[Completed] Getting key code for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette with keyless entry

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Goldengate
Member since October 2022 • 20 posts

How can I retrieve my 1986 Chevrolet Corvette's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (6)

Karmapolice
Member • 29 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. Trying this now.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 87 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. Trying this instead.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 114 posts

My 1986 Chevrolet Corvette refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 64 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1986 Chevrolet Corvette, hope this helps.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 66 posts

Using this on my 1986 Chevrolet Corvette now. Hope it works.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 15 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1986 Chevrolet Corvette!

November 02, 2024 Reply

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