[Update] Getting key code for Pontiac Firefly with just VIN

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Laserbeam
Member since October 2022 • 64 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Pontiac Firefly keys?

Posted on October 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1344 posts

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

Posted on October 05, 2024

Replies (5)

Betatest
Member • 39 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Pontiac Firefly. This is a lifesaver.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 25 posts

This thread might save my Pontiac Firefly. Thanks everyone!

October 06, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 65 posts

Using this on my Pontiac Firefly now. Hope it works.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 43 posts

I tried this with my Pontiac Firefly but still no luck. Any suggestions?

October 08, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 137 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Pontiac Firefly too.

October 09, 2024 Reply

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