[Free Solution] Buick Riviera Convertible immobilizer won’t clear - what code do I need?

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Charlie
Member since May 2022 • 136 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Buick Riviera Convertible?

Posted on October 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1064 posts

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

Posted on October 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Ultrasonic
Member • 70 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Buick Riviera Convertible.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 94 posts

My Buick Riviera Convertible might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 147 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Buick Riviera Convertible this hard?!

October 16, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 108 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Buick Riviera Convertible before?

October 17, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 80 posts

Trying this out on my Buick Riviera Convertible today—hoping it works.

October 18, 2024 Reply

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