[Status: Resolved] Has anyone recovered ignition code for 2001 Saturn S Series successfully?

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Icemann
Member since August 2022 • 113 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2001 Saturn S Series keys?

Posted on December 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 505 posts

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

Posted on December 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Steelwolf
Member • 112 posts

My 2001 Saturn S Series might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 146 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2001 Saturn S Series's key code.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 14 posts

My 2001 Saturn S Series won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 143 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2001 Saturn S Series too.

December 17, 2024 Reply

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