[It Worked!] Using OBD to get PIN code for 2000 Saab 5 Sep - safe?

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Outlawstar
Member since November 2021 • 86 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 2000 Saab 5 Sep - where's the key code?

Posted on January 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Saab 5 Sep. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 28, 2025

Replies (4)

Zetajones
Member • 48 posts

I think my 2000 Saab 5 Sep has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 124 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2000 Saab 5 Sep. This looks promising.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 19 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2000 Saab 5 Sep this weekend.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 127 posts

Key code problems with my 2000 Saab 5 Sep as well. Subscribed!

January 31, 2025 Reply

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