[Completed] Where can I locate the key code to program a 1991 Chevrolet Caprice key?

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Where's the key code stored in a 1991 Chevrolet Caprice for making new keys?

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Good luck to everyone dealing with 1991 Chevrolet Caprice key issues!

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.

My 1991 Chevrolet Caprice just blinks. I think this might fix it.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1991 Chevrolet Caprice?

Following along—same issue with my 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.

Looking for the same thing for my 1991 Chevrolet Caprice, hope someone can help.

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