[It Worked!] Dealer refusing key code for my 2001 Pontiac Firebird - options?

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Javajunkie
Member since July 2022 • 87 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2001 Pontiac Firebird?

Posted on November 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Pontiac Firebird. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 01, 2024

Replies (3)

Moonwalker
Member • 26 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2001 Pontiac Firebird key code too.

December 01, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 75 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2001 Pontiac Firebird, following this thread.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 112 posts

I’m not alone! My 2001 Pontiac Firebird is doing the same thing.

December 03, 2024 Reply

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