[Free Fix] Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Saab Convertible?

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Neontiger
Member since September 2021 • 121 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Saab Convertible to make keys?

Posted on December 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Outlawstar
Member • 48 posts

Same problem on my Saab Convertible. Watching for any working solutions.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 148 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Saab Convertible, hope someone can help.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 103 posts

Following this for my Saab Convertible. Please update if it works!

December 14, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 40 posts

Was about to tow my Saab Convertible. Let me try this first.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 43 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Saab Convertible's key code.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 100 posts

My Saab Convertible just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 17, 2024 Reply

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