[Issue Closed] Trying to program a new key for 1993 Chevrolet 1500 Extended Cab - code required?

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Bluesteel
Member since October 2021 • 22 posts

Need my 1993 Chevrolet 1500 Extended Cab's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on December 20, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Chevrolet 1500 Extended Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 21, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbyte
Member • 120 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1993 Chevrolet 1500 Extended Cab, hope this helps.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 15 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 1993 Chevrolet 1500 Extended Cab's key code issue!

December 22, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 99 posts

My 1993 Chevrolet 1500 Extended Cab's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 37 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1993 Chevrolet 1500 Extended Cab. This might do it.

December 24, 2024 Reply

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