[Free Solution] Is there a backup key code in my 1998 Chevrolet C K 1500 manual?

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Shadowfax
Member since December 2021 • 50 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 1998 Chevrolet C K 1500?

Posted on December 04, 2024
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Posted on December 05, 2024

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Jedimaster
Member • 97 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1998 Chevrolet C K 1500.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
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Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1998 Chevrolet C K 1500.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Charlie
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Still can’t find the code for my 1998 Chevrolet C K 1500. This might do it.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
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December 08, 2024 Reply

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