[Working] Dealer vs locksmith for Pontiac Custom S key code

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Hotshot
Member since April 2023 • 130 posts

How can I retrieve my Pontiac Custom S's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Pontiac Custom S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Pandaking
Member • 72 posts

Was about to give up on my Pontiac Custom S, but this gives me hope.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 52 posts

My Pontiac Custom S just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 64 posts

I have a 2011 Pontiac Custom S, will this method work for that year?

March 17, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 5 posts

Will this work if the Pontiac Custom S has an aftermarket alarm?

March 18, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 110 posts

Following along—same issue with my Pontiac Custom S.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 102 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Pontiac Custom S. Giving it a go myself.

March 20, 2025 Reply

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