[Issue Closed] Is there a master key for the 1998 GM EV1?

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Cosmokid
Member since November 2021 • 140 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 1998 GM EV1 for key programming?

Posted on January 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1392 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 GM EV1. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 12, 2025

Replies (3)

Jazzhands
Member • 10 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1998 GM EV1. Thanks!

January 12, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 92 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1998 GM EV1.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 84 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1998 GM EV1—need the code first.

January 14, 2025 Reply

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