[Completed] Got blank key from junkyard - won’t program to 2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 Cargo

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Hyperlink
Member since June 2023 • 85 posts

Looking for my 2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 Cargo's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on May 25, 2025
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Posted on May 26, 2025

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Silversurf
Member • 78 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 Cargo.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 74 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 Cargo owner.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 95 posts

Was about to give up on my 2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 Cargo, but this gives me hope.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 83 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 Cargo.

May 29, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
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Worked for someone with a 2001 Chevrolet Express 1500 Cargo? Need to hear it!

May 30, 2025 Reply

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