[Confirmed] Key code help for older model 1997 Chevrolet Venture

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Cyberninja
Member since March 2023 • 150 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1997 Chevrolet Venture to make a spare key?

Posted on May 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Chevrolet Venture. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 18, 2025

Replies (3)

Quantumleap
Member • 8 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1997 Chevrolet Venture.

May 18, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 31 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1997 Chevrolet Venture owner.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 83 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1997 Chevrolet Ventures?

May 20, 2025 Reply

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