[Recommended Fix] Looking for key code for my 2010 Saab 3 Sep, any tips?

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Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2010 Saab 3 Sep?

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Waiting to see if this will work on my 2010 Saab 3 Sep as well.

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2010 Saab 3 Sep?

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2010 Saab 3 Sep for days.

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2010 Saab 3 Sep key issues!

Anyone try this on a 2010 Saab 3 Sep with push-button start?

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