[Working] Dealer wants proof for 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger key code - why?

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Electriceel
Member since October 2021 • 84 posts

Looking for my 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger's key code to program a new key

Posted on April 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 29, 2025

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Techguru
Member • 35 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger!

April 29, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 118 posts

Same issue here with my 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger, let me know if it works.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 79 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger. Trying this now.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 15 posts

Same problem on my 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger. Watching for any working solutions.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 24 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger this weekend.

May 03, 2025 Reply

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