[Status: Resolved] Key code problem with my 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Passenger, need help

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Yellowbird
Member since October 2022 • 140 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Passenger key fob?

Posted on November 23, 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 Lumina Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Youngturk
Member • 97 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Passenger all week. Hope this helps.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 115 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Passenger.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 65 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Passenger too.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 119 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Passenger for days.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 94 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Passenger won’t recognize the key.

November 28, 2024 Reply

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