[Fixed] Key code help for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab with switchblade key

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Ninjastar
Member since June 2022 • 44 posts

Looking for my 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on April 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1966 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 26, 2025

Replies (5)

Bluemoon
Member • 54 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab. This is a lifesaver.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 119 posts

Worked for someone with a 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab? Need to hear it!

April 27, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 147 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab. This looks promising.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 107 posts

Been stuck with my 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab for weeks. This might be the fix.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 16 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab all week. Hope this helps.

April 30, 2025 Reply

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