[Answered] Need to clone a key for 2005 Pontiac GTO - but no code

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Yellowfin
Member since April 2022 • 141 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 2005 Pontiac GTO keys at the dealer?

Posted on October 05, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Pontiac GTO. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 06, 2024

Replies (4)

Icedragon
Member • 84 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2005 Pontiac GTO. Giving it a go myself.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 6 posts

Been stuck with my 2005 Pontiac GTO for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 37 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2005 Pontiac GTO for a while.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 30 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2005 Pontiac GTO. This might do it.

October 09, 2024 Reply

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