[Archived] Key code help for 2004 Buick Rainier with flip key

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Xenogamer
Member since November 2022 • 57 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2004 Buick Rainier key?

Posted on December 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Buick Rainier. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Vortex22
Member • 36 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2004 Buick Rainier. Huge thanks!

December 22, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 75 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2004 Buick Rainier.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 25 posts

Trying this on my 2004 Buick Rainier later. Will report back.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 125 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2004 Buick Rainier as well.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 69 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2004 Buick Rainier this weekend.

December 26, 2024 Reply

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