[Update] Dealer won't share key code for my 2009 Chevrolet Traverse

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Firestarter
Member since August 2022 • 83 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2009 Chevrolet Traverse?

Posted on November 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1802 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Younggun
Member • 144 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2009 Chevrolet Traverse!

November 28, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 27 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2009 Chevrolet Traverse too.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 6 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2009 Chevrolet Traverse key code too.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 15 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2009 Chevrolet Traverse before?

December 01, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 54 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. Thanks!

December 02, 2024 Reply

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