[Resolved] Does a 2010 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix have a key code or just a PIN?

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Papasmurf
Member since October 2021 • 147 posts

Need my 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on April 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Neontiger
Member • 112 posts

I have the same 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix and I'm also trying to find the key code.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 73 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix won’t recognize the key.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 126 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix key issues!

April 18, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 93 posts

Using this on my 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix now. Hope it works.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 90 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix key code too.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 148 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.

April 21, 2025 Reply

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