[Free Solution] Need my 1996 Chevrolet Astro Cargo's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Xenoking
Member since May 2022 • 108 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1996 Chevrolet Astro Cargo?

Posted on April 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Chevrolet Astro Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 29, 2025

Replies (3)

Omegared
Member • 132 posts

Been here before with my 1996 Chevrolet Astro Cargo. Let’s see if this one works.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 34 posts

My 1996 Chevrolet Astro Cargo's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 15 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1996 Chevrolet Astro Cargo.

May 01, 2025 Reply

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