[Solution] My Pontiac Montana is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Neonqueen
Member since July 2023 • 86 posts

Need my Pontiac Montana's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on March 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Pontiac Montana. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 27, 2025

Replies (3)

Reddwarf
Member • 113 posts

My Pontiac Montana might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 145 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Pontiac Montana too!

March 28, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 134 posts

My Pontiac Montana needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 29, 2025 Reply

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