[Success] 2009 Chevrolet Equinox immobilizer won’t clear - what code do I need?

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Titanium
Member since July 2023 • 126 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2009 Chevrolet Equinox to make keys?

Posted on October 12, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 13, 2024

Replies (6)

Goldengate
Member • 7 posts

Following this for my 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. Please update if it works!

October 13, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 148 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2009 Chevrolet Equinox!

October 14, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 49 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 143 posts

Does this method work for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox models from 2010 onward?

October 16, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 32 posts

Same problem on my 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. Watching for any working solutions.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 74 posts

Trying this on my 2009 Chevrolet Equinox later. Will report back.

October 18, 2024 Reply

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