[Free Fix] 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z immobilizer code invalid - what now?

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Jedimaster
Member since May 2022 • 109 posts

Where's the key code located on a 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z for key programming?

Posted on May 01, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 02, 2025

Replies (5)

Vectorx
Member • 77 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z for days.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 34 posts

My 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 34 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z all week. Hope this helps.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 36 posts

Using this on my 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z now. Hope it works.

May 05, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 24 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z. Trying this instead.

May 06, 2025 Reply

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