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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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