[Issue Closed] Bought a used Buick Verano Leather Sedan, no key code - help!

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Darkangel
Member since July 2023 • 107 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Buick Verano Leather Sedan - where's the key code?

Posted on October 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1993 posts

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

Posted on October 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Zetareticuli
Member • 80 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Buick Verano Leather Sedans?

October 09, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 121 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Buick Verano Leather Sedan—might work for mine too.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 67 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Buick Verano Leather Sedan!

October 11, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 79 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Buick Verano Leather Sedan.

October 12, 2024 Reply

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