[Issue Closed] Need to reset my Saab 9 7X immobilizer system

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Charlie
Member since April 2023 • 12 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Saab 9 7X - help?

Posted on October 31, 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 7X. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 01, 2024

Replies (4)

Phoenixrise
Member • 31 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Saab 9 7X.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 122 posts

Just what I needed! My Saab 9 7X has been acting up lately.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 31 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Saab 9 7X. Trying this instead.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 84 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Saab 9 7X.

November 04, 2024 Reply

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