[Confirmed] Where's the key code stored in a 1998 Oldsmobile Sillouhette for making new keys?

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Goldeneye
Member since May 2023 • 102 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 1998 Oldsmobile Sillouhette - where's the key code?

Posted on December 16, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Oldsmobile Sillouhette. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 17, 2024

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Rocketman
Member • 87 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 1998 Oldsmobile Sillouhette, thanks for posting!

December 17, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 10 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1998 Oldsmobile Sillouhette. Need the code badly.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 107 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 1998 Oldsmobile Sillouhette?

December 19, 2024 Reply

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