[Confirmed Fix] Getting key code for 1994 Chevrolet S10 Regular Cab with just VIN

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Outlawjoe
Member since December 2021 • 126 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 1994 Chevrolet S10 Regular Cab?

Posted on March 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1627 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1994 Chevrolet S10 Regular Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 26, 2025

Replies (3)

Oldschool
Member • 63 posts

My 1994 Chevrolet S10 Regular Cab's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

March 26, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 117 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1994 Chevrolet S10 Regular Cab.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 112 posts

My 1994 Chevrolet S10 Regular Cab has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 28, 2025 Reply

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