[Answered] Key cloning didn’t work - 1993 Chevrolet Lumina still needs code

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Airjordan
Member since September 2021 • 36 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1993 Chevrolet Lumina to program a key?

Posted on April 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1647 posts

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

Posted on April 20, 2025

Replies (4)

Wizardoz
Member • 85 posts

Same issue here with my 1993 Chevrolet Lumina, let me know if it works.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 14 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 1993 Chevrolet Lumina's key code.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 9 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1993 Chevrolet Lumina!

April 22, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 114 posts

Was about to give up on my 1993 Chevrolet Lumina, but this gives me hope.

April 23, 2025 Reply

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