[Status: Resolved] Need the key code to program a new key for my 2004 Saturn L Series - help?

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Alphacent
Member since September 2021 • 16 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2004 Saturn L Series?

Posted on February 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1044 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Saturn L Series. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 02, 2025

Replies (5)

Zombieslayer
Member • 88 posts

My 2004 Saturn L Series might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 148 posts

I have a 2011 2004 Saturn L Series, will this method work for that year?

February 03, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 27 posts

Saved me from towing my 2004 Saturn L Series. Thanks!

February 04, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 26 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2004 Saturn L Series as well.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 126 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2004 Saturn L Series all week. Hope this helps.

February 06, 2025 Reply

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