[It Worked!] DIY method to find key code for Oldsmobile EightyEight

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Electricboog
Member since July 2022 • 66 posts

Looking for my Oldsmobile EightyEight's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on September 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Oldsmobile EightyEight. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Whiteknight
Member • 43 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Oldsmobile EightyEight this hard?!

September 29, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 128 posts

My Oldsmobile EightyEight might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 70 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Oldsmobile EightyEight. This might do it.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 80 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Oldsmobile EightyEight key code too.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 72 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Oldsmobile EightyEight for a while.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 59 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Oldsmobile EightyEight.

October 04, 2024 Reply

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