[Archived] Anyone tried key programming on 2008 Saturn VUE without PIN?

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Where do they get the key code to program 2008 Saturn VUE keys at the dealer?

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Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2008 Saturn VUE.

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2008 Saturn VUE.

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2008 Saturn VUE for a while.

My 2008 Saturn VUE just blinks. I think this might fix it.

My 2008 Saturn VUE is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

I tried this with my 2008 Saturn VUE but still no luck. Any suggestions?

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