[Verified] Do you need a code when changing BCM in 2002 Pontiac Grand Am?

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Eve
Member since March 2022 • 30 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2002 Pontiac Grand Am?

Posted on October 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 17, 2024

Replies (3)

Vectorx
Member • 21 posts

Following this for my 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. Please update if it works!

October 17, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 49 posts

My 2002 Pontiac Grand Am's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 18, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 114 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. Need the code badly.

October 19, 2024 Reply

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