[Completed] Anyone with success using OBD tools to get Saturn Ion code?

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Echolima
Member since August 2022 • 106 posts

How can I access my Saturn Ion's key code to program new keys?

Posted on February 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 831 posts

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

Posted on February 02, 2025

Replies (5)

Frostydog
Member • 124 posts

Trying this out on my Saturn Ion today—hoping it works.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 120 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Saturn Ion for a while.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 25 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Saturn Ion?

February 04, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 19 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Saturn Ion.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 71 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Saturn Ion—need the code first.

February 06, 2025 Reply

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