[Working] Does AAA provide key codes for 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab?

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Emeraldcity
Member since May 2023 • 76 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab - where's the key code?

Posted on October 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 20, 2024

Replies (3)

Voodoochild
Member • 120 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab. Huge thanks!

October 20, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 96 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab. This looks promising.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 53 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1996 Chevrolet 2500 Regular Cab.

October 22, 2024 Reply

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