[Archived] Can locksmith pull key code from my 1985 CHEVROLET Camaro IROC 1985?

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 1985 CHEVROLET Camaro IROC 1985

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My mechanic said this might help with my 1985 CHEVROLET Camaro IROC 1985 key issue.

Will this work if the 1985 CHEVROLET Camaro IROC 1985 has an aftermarket alarm?

Does this method work for the 1985 CHEVROLET Camaro IROC 1985 models from 2010 onward?

Trying this out on my 1985 CHEVROLET Camaro IROC 1985 today—hoping it works.

Was about to give up on my 1985 CHEVROLET Camaro IROC 1985, but this gives me hope.

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1985 CHEVROLET Camaro IROC 1985 key issues!

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