[Closed] Lost master key for 1971 Chevrolet Pickup - how to recover programming code?

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Echolima
Member since December 2022 • 24 posts

How can I retrieve my 1971 Chevrolet Pickup's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on December 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 506 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1971 Chevrolet Pickup. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 19, 2024

Replies (4)

Cosmokid
Member • 47 posts

Anyone try this on a 1971 Chevrolet Pickup with push-button start?

December 19, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 52 posts

I have the same 1971 Chevrolet Pickup and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 14 posts

My 1971 Chevrolet Pickup is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 43 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1971 Chevrolet Pickup.

December 22, 2024 Reply

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