[Update] Trying to flash ECU on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander with RPO, code mismatch error

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Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander with RPO?

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Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2008 Chevrolet Uplander with RPO?

Trying to figure this out for my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander with RPO too!

My 2008 Chevrolet Uplander with RPO just blinks. I think this might fix it.

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