[Working] Where's the key code hidden on my 1994 Chevrolet Impala for key programming?

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Looking for my 1994 Chevrolet Impala's factory key code to program a key

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Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1994 Chevrolet Impala.

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