[Free Fix] Lost transponder code for my 2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger - any ideas?

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Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger?

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My 2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger just blinks. I think this might fix it.

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger—need the code first.

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2004 Chevrolet Express 1500 Passenger as well.

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