[Issue Closed] Getting key code for Saab 9 3 Sport Estate with chip key

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Alphawolf
Member since April 2023 • 139 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Saab 9 3 Sport Estate keys?

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 804 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Saab 9 3 Sport Estate. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 11, 2025

Replies (4)

Darkknight
Member • 21 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Saab 9 3 Sport Estate too!

February 11, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 14 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Saab 9 3 Sport Estate owner.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 20 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Saab 9 3 Sport Estate.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 46 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Saab 9 3 Sport Estate.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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