[It Worked!] Aftermarket key needs code for 2008 Holden SV6

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Urbanninja
Member since December 2022 • 116 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 2008 Holden SV6?

Posted on January 03, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1039 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Holden SV6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Betatest
Member • 123 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2008 Holden SV6 owner.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 128 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2008 Holden SV6.

January 05, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 92 posts

My 2008 Holden SV6 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 140 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2008 Holden SV6. This is a lifesaver.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 94 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2008 Holden SV6s?

January 08, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 78 posts

My 2008 Holden SV6 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 09, 2025 Reply

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