[Method] My 1977 IROC Camaro Z_28 came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Uncleben
Member since June 2022 • 102 posts

How can I access my 1977 IROC Camaro Z_28's key code to program new keys?

Posted on January 20, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1977 IROC Camaro Z_28. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 21, 2025

Replies (5)

Knightlight
Member • 35 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 1977 IROC Camaro Z_28.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 17 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1977 IROC Camaro Z_28's key code.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 55 posts

Was about to tow my 1977 IROC Camaro Z_28. Let me try this first.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 141 posts

Anyone try this on a 1977 IROC Camaro Z_28 with push-button start?

January 24, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 126 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1977 IROC Camaro Z_28. Giving it a go myself.

January 25, 2025 Reply

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