[Free Tool] 2016 Holden SS V immobilizer not responding after new key

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Quickdraw
Member since June 2022 • 102 posts

How to get my 2016 Holden SS V's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on February 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Holden SS V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 18, 2025

Replies (3)

Moonwalker
Member • 57 posts

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

February 18, 2025 Reply
Betatest
Member • 118 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2016 Holden SS V.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 81 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2016 Holden SS V!

February 20, 2025 Reply

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