[Working] Replacing remote for 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cab - need access code?

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How do I obtain the key code to program a 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cab key fob?

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Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cab. Trying this instead.

This thread might save my 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cab. Thanks everyone!

Anyone try this on a 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cab with push-button start?

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cab for a while.

Struggling with the same issue on my 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cab, following this thread.

Will this work for older 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Extended Cabs? Mine's a 2009.

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