[Status: Resolved] Verify 2008 Saab 5 Sep key code before dealer visit

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Bluescreen
Member since April 2022 • 118 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2008 Saab 5 Sep for key programming?

Posted on August 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1702 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Saab 5 Sep. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 07, 2024

Replies (6)

Omegared
Member • 93 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2008 Saab 5 Sep too.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 50 posts

My 2008 Saab 5 Sep just blinks. I think this might fix it.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 134 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2008 Saab 5 Sep key issue.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 68 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2008 Saab 5 Sep for days.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 115 posts

My 2008 Saab 5 Sep refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 35 posts

Same issue here with my 2008 Saab 5 Sep, let me know if it works.

August 12, 2024 Reply

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