[Solved] Any success recovering lost code from old 2008 Chevrolet Uplander Cargo keys?

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Airjordan
Member since November 2022 • 130 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander Cargo?

Posted on March 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1404 posts

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

Posted on March 16, 2025

Replies (4)

Quantumpie
Member • 89 posts

I have a 2011 2008 Chevrolet Uplander Cargo, will this method work for that year?

March 16, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 120 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander Cargo. Thanks!

March 17, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 46 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander Cargo key code too.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 147 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander Cargo all week. Hope this helps.

March 19, 2025 Reply

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