[Working] Key cloning didn’t work - 2009 Chevrolet Malibu still needs code

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Happycamper
Member since January 2022 • 133 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2009 Chevrolet Malibu to program a key?

Posted on August 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 Malibu. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 13, 2024

Replies (5)

Easymoney
Member • 58 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu?

August 13, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 148 posts

My 2009 Chevrolet Malibu has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 14, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 96 posts

Same issue here with my 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, let me know if it works.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 23 posts

My 2009 Chevrolet Malibu refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 146 posts

This just might solve my 2009 Chevrolet Malibu's ignition issue.

August 17, 2024 Reply

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