[Solution] Just changed ECU on my 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora - need new transponder code?

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Superfly
Member since February 2022 • 78 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora?

Posted on December 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 05, 2024

Replies (3)

Ziggystar
Member • 8 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora key issues!

December 05, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 17 posts

Been here before with my 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. Let’s see if this one works.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 148 posts

My 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

December 07, 2024 Reply

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