[Completed] How to read key code from Suzuki Sidekick ignition

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Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Suzuki Sidekick?

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I think my Suzuki Sidekick has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

Desperate to get my Suzuki Sidekick running again. Trying this tonight.

Desperate to get my Suzuki Sidekick running again. Trying this tonight.

I really hope this trick works on my Suzuki Sidekick.

My Suzuki Sidekick refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

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