[Update] Can’t find PIN in glovebox docs for my 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada

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Alphadog
Member since September 2022 • 135 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada keys at the dealer?

Posted on February 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 27, 2025

Replies (4)

Xenomorph
Member • 110 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 36 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada—need the code first.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 11 posts

I tried this with my 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada but still no luck. Any suggestions?

March 01, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 138 posts

Key code problems with my 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada as well. Subscribed!

March 02, 2025 Reply

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