[Resolved] Where’s the code stored on a 2000 Buick Park Avenue smart key?

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Zetajones
Member since August 2022 • 92 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2000 Buick Park Avenue keys?

Posted on August 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1578 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Buick Park Avenue. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 03, 2024

Replies (5)

Greenlantern
Member • 58 posts

Was about to give up on my 2000 Buick Park Avenue, but this gives me hope.

August 03, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 69 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2000 Buick Park Avenue.

August 04, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 110 posts

My 2000 Buick Park Avenue is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 14 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2000 Buick Park Avenue as well.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 9 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2000 Buick Park Avenue key issues!

August 07, 2024 Reply

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