[Status: Resolved] Stuck without key code for Pontiac Aztek FWD

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How can I access my Pontiac Aztek FWD's key code to program new keys?

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Been stuck with my Pontiac Aztek FWD for weeks. This might be the fix.

Trying to figure this out for my Pontiac Aztek FWD too!

Trying this out on my Pontiac Aztek FWD today—hoping it works.

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