[Verified] 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 key reader not responding - code issue?

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Xenoking
Member since August 2023 • 68 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6?

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1791 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Outlawjoe
Member • 43 posts

My 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 55 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6. This looks promising.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 62 posts

My 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 55 posts

Same problem on my 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6. Watching for any working solutions.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 148 posts

Was about to tow my 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6. Let me try this first.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 135 posts

Just tried this on my 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6—anyone else have success?

March 20, 2025 Reply

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