[Method] No PIN code with my used 1998 Chevrolet Astro, now I’m stuck

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Bluescreen
Member since May 2022 • 112 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 1998 Chevrolet Astro?

Posted on December 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 773 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Chevrolet Astro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 04, 2024

Replies (4)

Goldenret
Member • 120 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1998 Chevrolet Astro.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 145 posts

Been here before with my 1998 Chevrolet Astro. Let’s see if this one works.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 74 posts

Really need the key code for my 1998 Chevrolet Astro, thanks for sharing!

December 06, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 110 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1998 Chevrolet Astro. Thanks!

December 07, 2024 Reply

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