[Closed] 2006 Chevrolet Equinox not accepting cloned key - code problem?

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Hotshot
Member since April 2023 • 143 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 2006 Chevrolet Equinox - where's the key code?

Posted on December 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Megamind
Member • 62 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 54 posts

My 2006 Chevrolet Equinox won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 150 posts

Anyone try this on a 2006 Chevrolet Equinox with push-button start?

January 03, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 96 posts

Been here before with my 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. Let’s see if this one works.

January 04, 2025 Reply

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