[Closed] Trying to start my 2003 Chevrolet Malibu but it says 'immobilized'

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Icecold
Member since October 2021 • 95 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu for programming keys?

Posted on December 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1306 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Crazycat
Member • 146 posts

My 2003 Chevrolet Malibu just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 116 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 23 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 21 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 90 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2003 Chevrolet Malibus?

December 16, 2024 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 100 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, would this method still work?

December 17, 2024 Reply

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