[Status: Resolved] All keys lost for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, how to retrieve code?

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Mistermiyagi
Member since February 2023 • 12 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado?

Posted on January 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 846 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 24, 2025

Replies (4)

Netsurfer
Member • 36 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 117 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 47 posts

Will this work if the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has an aftermarket alarm?

January 26, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 112 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

January 27, 2025 Reply

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