[Solution] Need key code for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix with valet key only

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Goldeneye
Member since September 2022 • 39 posts

How can I access my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix's key code to program new keys?

Posted on December 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1570 posts

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

Posted on December 03, 2024

Replies (6)

Easymoney
Member • 130 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix all week. Hope this helps.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 12 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix!

December 04, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 39 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 25 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix won’t recognize the key.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 100 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix for days.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 149 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.

December 08, 2024 Reply

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