[Success] Stuck programming my 2001 Chevrolet S10 key - missing vital code

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Goldeneye
Member since April 2023 • 34 posts

Need my 2001 Chevrolet S10's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1996 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Chevrolet S10. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 27, 2024

Replies (3)

Alphamax
Member • 98 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2001 Chevrolet S10s?

September 27, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 91 posts

Just what I needed! My 2001 Chevrolet S10 has been acting up lately.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 122 posts

Will this work if the 2001 Chevrolet S10 has an aftermarket alarm?

September 29, 2024 Reply

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