[Working] 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale won’t start after replacing key - what code do I need?

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Aceventura
Member since March 2023 • 85 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale

Posted on December 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 22, 2024

Replies (6)

Digitalx
Member • 70 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 57 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale. Thanks!

December 23, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 119 posts

Same problem on my 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale. Watching for any working solutions.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 42 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale. This might do it.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 101 posts

My 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 26, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 51 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1985 Chevrolet Scottsdale, would this method still work?

December 27, 2024 Reply

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