[Confirmed] Is the immobilizer code written anywhere on the 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500?

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Jazzmann
Member since September 2021 • 144 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500?

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Nightowl
Member • 133 posts

Same issue here with my 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500, let me know if it works.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 117 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500!

February 17, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 19 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500.

February 18, 2025 Reply

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