Saab 9000 1986-1998 Key Codes

The Saab 9000 1986-1998 uses key code series BC, with 2,865 documented codes spanning the range BC1-BC2865. Uses a 10-cut external-track profile. Set the duplicator to flat-bottom cuts 0.1″ wide. The lock is decodable with a Lishi tool — sign in for the specific match. Bitting data verified as of April 26, 2026.

Code prefix
BC
Code range
BC1-BC2865
Years
1986-1998
Total codes
2,865
Lishi decodable
Yes — sign in for tool name
Cuts per key
10
Last verified

Common questions

What key code series does the Saab 9000 1986-1998 use?
The Saab 9000 1986-1998 uses key code series BC, with 2,865 documented codes ranging from BC1-BC2865.
Can the Saab 9000 1986-1998 lock be decoded?
Yes. A Lishi-style 2-in-1 decoder reads the door or ignition lock without disassembly, revealing the bitting code that can be cross-referenced against this series' key code database. The specific Lishi tool match for this vehicle is available to signed-in locksmiths.
How many cuts does a Saab 9000 1986-1998 key have?
10 cuts on a external-track profile. Each cut position has a depth value documented in the bitting code, which determines the key cutting pattern.
When was the Saab 9000 1986-1998 key data last verified?
Bitting data for the Saab 9000 1986-1998 was last verified April 26, 2026. Verification timestamps are tracked per series, and updates appear here as locksmiths confirm code accuracy in the field.

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