[Resolved] 2016 Buick Enclave Premium won’t crank - all signs point to missing code

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Megamind
Member since July 2023 • 22 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2016 Buick Enclave Premium key fob?

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Buick Enclave Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Timelord
Member • 68 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2016 Buick Enclave Premium this weekend.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 10 posts

Trying this on my 2016 Buick Enclave Premium later. Will report back.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 13 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2016 Buick Enclave Premium owner.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 12 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2016 Buick Enclave Premium's key code.

September 17, 2024 Reply

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