[Resolved] Bought a secondhand 1996 Chevrolet Astro, PIN code missing

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Whitenoise
Member since December 2022 • 17 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 1996 Chevrolet Astro key?

Posted on October 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 664 posts

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

Posted on October 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Cosmokid
Member • 81 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1996 Chevrolet Astro.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 61 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1996 Chevrolet Astro, would this method still work?

October 26, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 73 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1996 Chevrolet Astro owner.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 26 posts

This just might solve my 1996 Chevrolet Astro's ignition issue.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 66 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1996 Chevrolet Astro?

October 29, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 54 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1996 Chevrolet Astro.

October 30, 2024 Reply

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