[Fixed] Dealer wants $$$ for 2001 Pontiac Aztek code - any other options?

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Easymoney
Member since December 2022 • 149 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2001 Pontiac Aztek for programming keys?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 896 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Pontiac Aztek. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Vectorx
Member • 68 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2001 Pontiac Aztek before?

November 15, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 131 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2001 Pontiac Aztek.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 107 posts

If this works for my 2001 Pontiac Aztek, I owe you big time.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 56 posts

Using this on my 2001 Pontiac Aztek now. Hope it works.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 113 posts

I tried this with my 2001 Pontiac Aztek but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 19, 2024 Reply

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