[Solved] Trying to sync new fob with 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger - code needed?

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Alphawolf
Member since August 2022 • 87 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger for making new keys?

Posted on January 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 910 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (6)

Neonlights
Member • 87 posts

Desperate to get my 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger running again. Trying this tonight.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 63 posts

Just what I needed! My 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger has been acting up lately.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 90 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger. Giving it a go myself.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 126 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger. Giving it a go myself.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 8 posts

My 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 36 posts

Was about to tow my 1993 Chevrolet Astro Passenger. Let me try this first.

January 30, 2025 Reply

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