[Method] 1988 Chevrolet K5 key code lookup - what info do I need?

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Ironman
Member since February 2023 • 60 posts

Where's the key code located on a 1988 Chevrolet K5 for key programming?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1700 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1988 Chevrolet K5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (6)

Flashgordon
Member • 53 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 1988 Chevrolet K5, thanks for posting!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 7 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1988 Chevrolet K5!

September 21, 2024 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 107 posts

Just tried this on my 1988 Chevrolet K5—anyone else have success?

September 22, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 129 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1988 Chevrolet K5.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 32 posts

Key code problems with my 1988 Chevrolet K5 as well. Subscribed!

September 24, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 111 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1988 Chevrolet K5 this weekend.

September 25, 2024 Reply

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