[Confirmed Fix] Desperate to get the key code for my 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

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Redalert
Member since October 2021 • 131 posts

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

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1524 posts

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

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Neonqueen
Member • 139 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 7 posts

I’m not alone! My 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is doing the same thing.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 25 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's key code.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 65 posts

Trying this out on my 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo today—hoping it works.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 135 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's key code issue!

September 18, 2024 Reply

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