[Completed] How do I obtain the key code to program a 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette key fob?

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Trying to program a new key for my 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette - where's the key code?

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Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

My 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

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