[Completed] Is the ignition code same as PIN for Pontiac Firebird Projekt Tranzam?

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Urbanninja
Member since June 2023 • 119 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Pontiac Firebird Projekt Tranzam for key programming?

Posted on September 11, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Pontiac Firebird Projekt Tranzam. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 12, 2024

Replies (4)

Papasmurf
Member • 22 posts

Just tried this on my Pontiac Firebird Projekt Tranzam—anyone else have success?

September 12, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 134 posts

Key code problems with my Pontiac Firebird Projekt Tranzam as well. Subscribed!

September 13, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 75 posts

Trying this out on my Pontiac Firebird Projekt Tranzam today—hoping it works.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 58 posts

Was about to give up on my Pontiac Firebird Projekt Tranzam, but this gives me hope.

September 15, 2024 Reply

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