[Fixed] Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS

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Laserbeam
Member since October 2022 • 25 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS - where's the key code?

Posted on May 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 05, 2025

Replies (3)

Urbanlegend
Member • 38 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS too!

May 05, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 129 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS.

May 06, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 38 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS key issue.

May 07, 2025 Reply

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