[Status: Resolved] Got a blank key - how to program for 2004 Buick Rendezvous?

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Where's the key code stored in a 2004 Buick Rendezvous for making new keys?

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Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2004 Buick Rendezvous—need the code first.

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2004 Buick Rendezvous owner.

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2004 Buick Rendezvous?

Still can’t find the code for my 2004 Buick Rendezvous. This might do it.

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2004 Buick Rendezvous.

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