[Free Fix] Trying to get key code from VIN for my Buick Shanghai GM GL8

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Jumpman
Member since October 2021 • 137 posts

How can I obtain my Buick Shanghai GM GL8's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on December 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Buick Shanghai GM GL8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 04, 2024

Replies (3)

Lightspeed
Member • 48 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Buick Shanghai GM GL8. Need the code badly.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 44 posts

Just tried this on my Buick Shanghai GM GL8—anyone else have success?

December 05, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 95 posts

Just tried this on my Buick Shanghai GM GL8—anyone else have success?

December 06, 2024 Reply

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