[Verified] I can't find the key code for my 1985 Chevrolet Custom

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Rocketman
Member since November 2021 • 124 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 1985 Chevrolet Custom?

Posted on September 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1036 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Chevrolet Custom. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 07, 2024

Replies (6)

Oldschool
Member • 84 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1985 Chevrolet Custom.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 26 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1985 Chevrolet Custom key issue.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 140 posts

Trying this on my 1985 Chevrolet Custom later. Will report back.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 92 posts

Using this on my 1985 Chevrolet Custom now. Hope it works.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 88 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1985 Chevrolet Custom, hope someone can help.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 103 posts

Been stuck with my 1985 Chevrolet Custom for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 12, 2024 Reply

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