[Update] Got replacement ECU for 2017 Buick Regal Premium, now code doesn’t match

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Ultrasonic
Member since June 2023 • 141 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2017 Buick Regal Premium?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 595 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Buick Regal Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Emeraldcity
Member • 81 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2017 Buick Regal Premium for a while.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 87 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2017 Buick Regal Premium too.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 130 posts

Key code problems with my 2017 Buick Regal Premium as well. Subscribed!

November 17, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 123 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2017 Buick Regal Premium.

November 18, 2024 Reply

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