[Resolved] OBD tools that read key code for 2000 Chevrolet Astro Passenger

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How to get my 2000 Chevrolet Astro Passenger's key code to program replacement keys?

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Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2000 Chevrolet Astro Passenger?

Was about to tow my 2000 Chevrolet Astro Passenger. Let me try this first.

Does this method work for the 2000 Chevrolet Astro Passenger models from 2010 onward?

This might finally help me unlock my 2000 Chevrolet Astro Passenger's key code.

My 2000 Chevrolet Astro Passenger's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

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