[Resolved] Do I need tech2 or just the PIN to code 1990 Chevrolet Camaro key?

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Ghostrider
Member since November 2022 • 52 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 1990 Chevrolet Camaro for making new keys?

Posted on November 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1835 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 23, 2024

Replies (6)

Electric
Member • 126 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. This might do it.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 100 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1990 Chevrolet Camaro, would this method still work?

November 24, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 24 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 7 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1990 Chevrolet Camaro this weekend.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 16 posts

I’m not alone! My 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is doing the same thing.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 115 posts

My 1990 Chevrolet Camaro's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 28, 2024 Reply

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