[Confirmed] Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 1985 Chevrolet El Camino?

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Windwalker
Member since January 2022 • 20 posts

How can I access my 1985 Chevrolet El Camino's key code to program new keys?

Posted on April 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1826 posts

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

Posted on April 13, 2025

Replies (4)

Javajunkie
Member • 127 posts

Will this work if the 1985 Chevrolet El Camino has an aftermarket alarm?

April 13, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 38 posts

Just what I needed! My 1985 Chevrolet El Camino has been acting up lately.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 28 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1985 Chevrolet El Camino.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 49 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1985 Chevrolet El Camino too.

April 16, 2025 Reply

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