[Success] Bought a secondhand 2016 Holden International, PIN code missing

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Yankeezulu
Member since October 2021 • 86 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2016 Holden International for programming keys?

Posted on February 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1986 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Holden International. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 12, 2025

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Blackbelt
Member • 49 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2016 Holden International. Trying this now.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 66 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2016 Holden International, thanks for posting!

February 13, 2025 Reply
Charlie
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My 2016 Holden International's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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