[Completed] Key code help for 1999 Chevrolet Malibu with switchblade key

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Greenlantern
Member since March 2023 • 32 posts

How can I access my 1999 Chevrolet Malibu's key code to program new keys?

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 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 29, 2025

Replies (5)

Electricboog
Member • 86 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1999 Chevrolet Malibu key code too.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 105 posts

Trying this on my 1999 Chevrolet Malibu later. Will report back.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 85 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 1999 Chevrolet Malibu's key code.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 125 posts

My 1999 Chevrolet Malibu won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 43 posts

Been here before with my 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. Let’s see if this one works.

May 03, 2025 Reply

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