[Success] Key cut but not programmed - 1998 Chevrolet Prizm stuck

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Silverfox
Member since October 2022 • 91 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1998 Chevrolet Prizm

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Phoenixrise
Member • 49 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1998 Chevrolet Prizm!

May 19, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 50 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1998 Chevrolet Prizm key issue.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 98 posts

I think my 1998 Chevrolet Prizm has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 39 posts

Will this work if the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm has an aftermarket alarm?

May 22, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 60 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1998 Chevrolet Prizm owner.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 111 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. Giving it a go myself.

May 24, 2025 Reply

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