[Answered] Got new ECU and now 2000 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 wants key programming code

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2000 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

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This trick worked for my buddy's 2000 Chevrolet Camaro Z28. Giving it a go myself.

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