[Answered] Got blank key for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD from eBay - no code

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Voodoochild
Member since November 2021 • 57 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD to make a spare key?

Posted on November 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 04, 2024

Replies (5)

Byteme
Member • 43 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD?

November 04, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 59 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD. Thanks!

November 05, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 132 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD key code too.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 144 posts

Saved me from towing my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD. Thanks!

November 07, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 40 posts

I think my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

November 08, 2024 Reply

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