[Issue Closed] Can't program new key without code for 1988 CHEVROLET Camaro I ROC

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Luckyluke
Member since January 2023 • 60 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 1988 CHEVROLET Camaro I ROC key fob?

Posted on August 11, 2024
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Posted on August 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Younggun
Member • 132 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1988 CHEVROLET Camaro I ROC. This is a lifesaver.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 109 posts

My 1988 CHEVROLET Camaro I ROC might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 42 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1988 CHEVROLET Camaro I ROC.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 83 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1988 CHEVROLET Camaro I ROC. Trying this instead.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 106 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1988 CHEVROLET Camaro I ROC!

August 16, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
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Been here before with my 1988 CHEVROLET Camaro I ROC. Let’s see if this one works.

August 17, 2024 Reply

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