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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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