[Solution] How to retrieve the key programming code for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander without RPO?

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Lonewolf
Member since December 2022 • 79 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander without RPO

Posted on January 16, 2025
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Posted on January 17, 2025

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Silversurf
Member • 76 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander without RPO. This is a lifesaver.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 148 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander without RPO. Need the code badly.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 21 posts

Really need the key code for my 2008 Chevrolet Uplander without RPO, thanks for sharing!

January 19, 2025 Reply

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