[Success] Where’s the code stored on a Buick Enclave FWD smart key?

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Rustyshack
Member since March 2022 • 78 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Buick Enclave FWD keys?

Posted on May 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 644 posts

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

Posted on May 05, 2025

Replies (4)

Younggun
Member • 13 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Buick Enclave FWD key issues!

May 05, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 106 posts

Does this method work for the Buick Enclave FWD models from 2010 onward?

May 06, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 5 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Buick Enclave FWD too.

May 07, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 93 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Buick Enclave FWD too!

May 08, 2025 Reply

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