[It Worked!] Where's the key code located on 2002 Oldsmobile Alero models?

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Jazzhands
Member since December 2022 • 72 posts

Need my 2002 Oldsmobile Alero's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on January 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 18, 2025

Replies (6)

Xenomorph
Member • 6 posts

I have the same 2002 Oldsmobile Alero and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 150 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2002 Oldsmobile Alero, thanks for posting!

January 19, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 37 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 55 posts

Same problem on my 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. Watching for any working solutions.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 49 posts

Same problem on my 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. Watching for any working solutions.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 108 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2002 Oldsmobile Alero, following this thread.

January 23, 2025 Reply

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