[Closed] I bought a 1989 Chevrolet Camaro and it didn’t come with a PIN code

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Turboboost
Member since December 2022 • 123 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 1989 Chevrolet Camaro to make keys?

Posted on February 20, 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. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 21, 2025

Replies (3)

Firestarter
Member • 132 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 11 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1989 Chevrolet Camaro, hope this helps.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 119 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.

February 23, 2025 Reply

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