[Verified] Can window tinter access key code for SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO?

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Digitalnomad
Member since May 2022 • 149 posts

Need my SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (6)

Flyingdutch
Member • 64 posts

Using this on my SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO now. Hope it works.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 147 posts

My SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

September 18, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 22 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO. Trying this now.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 51 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 52 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO—need the code first.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 33 posts

Does this method work for the SAAB 9 3 2000 TURBO models from 2010 onward?

September 22, 2024 Reply

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