[Issue Closed] Dealer wants $200 for 1988 Chevrolet CK1500 PIN - other options?

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Byteme
Member since December 2022 • 52 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 1988 Chevrolet CK1500 key fob?

Posted on February 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1988 Chevrolet CK1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 20, 2025

Replies (5)

Electricboog
Member • 102 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1988 Chevrolet CK1500.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 120 posts

My 1988 Chevrolet CK1500's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 9 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1988 Chevrolet CK1500!

February 22, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 67 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1988 Chevrolet CK1500!

February 23, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 50 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1988 Chevrolet CK1500s?

February 24, 2025 Reply

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