[Update] Can rental company give key code for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

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Ironwill
Member since March 2022 • 67 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

Posted on May 02, 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 Monte Carlo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 03, 2025

Replies (5)

Xenoking
Member • 95 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's key code.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 91 posts

Same problem on my 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Watching for any working solutions.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 25 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.

May 05, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 47 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.

May 06, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 133 posts

I have the same 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and I'm also trying to find the key code.

May 07, 2025 Reply

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