[Update] Key code needed after computer reset on 1999 Buick Regal

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Quantumfizz
Member since September 2022 • 11 posts

How to get my 1999 Buick Regal's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on April 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Buick Regal. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Outlawjoe
Member • 144 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1999 Buick Regal this weekend.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 94 posts

I tried this with my 1999 Buick Regal but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 14, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 99 posts

My 1999 Buick Regal's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 84 posts

Will this work for older 1999 Buick Regals? Mine's a 2009.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 19 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1999 Buick Regal.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 89 posts

Trying this on my 1999 Buick Regal later. Will report back.

April 18, 2025 Reply

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