[Issue Closed] 2002 Saab 9 5 Aero won’t detect key unless I use original - code issue?

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Whiterabbit
Member since July 2022 • 146 posts

Looking for my 2002 Saab 9 5 Aero's key code to program a new key

Posted on February 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 955 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Saab 9 5 Aero. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 26, 2025

Replies (4)

Laserbeam
Member • 51 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2002 Saab 9 5 Aero before?

February 26, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 58 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2002 Saab 9 5 Aero. Huge thanks!

February 27, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 76 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2002 Saab 9 5 Aero for days.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 97 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2002 Saab 9 5 Aero's mystery code.

March 01, 2025 Reply

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