[Method] Can body shop provide key code for Pontiac 22?

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Megabyte
Member since May 2023 • 118 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Pontiac 22

Posted on January 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1271 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Pontiac 22. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (4)

Xenowarrior
Member • 49 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Pontiac 22, would this method still work?

January 25, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 127 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Pontiac 22.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 66 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Pontiac 22 key issue.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 148 posts

This thread might save my Pontiac 22. Thanks everyone!

January 28, 2025 Reply

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