[Free Solution] Where do I get the ignition unlock code for my 1997 Chevrolet?

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Emeraldcity
Member since January 2023 • 69 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1997 Chevrolet

Posted on May 01, 2025
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Posted on May 02, 2025

Replies (5)

Frostbite
Member • 103 posts

Really need the key code for my 1997 Chevrolet, thanks for sharing!

May 02, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 34 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1997 Chevrolet?

May 03, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 96 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1997 Chevrolet, hope this helps.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 40 posts

Will this work if the 1997 Chevrolet has an aftermarket alarm?

May 05, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 56 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1997 Chevrolet?

May 06, 2025 Reply

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