[Confirmed] 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger key not recognized - what code should I enter?

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Orangecrush
Member since October 2022 • 116 posts

How can I access my 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger's key code to program new keys?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 693 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Alphawolf
Member • 34 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger key code too.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 8 posts

Anyone try this on a 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger with push-button start?

April 24, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 122 posts

My 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 25, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 93 posts

My 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 147 posts

Anyone try this on a 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger with push-button start?

April 27, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 55 posts

My 1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

April 28, 2025 Reply

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