[Closed] Need key code for 2010 Chevrolet Traverse with valet key only

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Wizardoz
Member since October 2022 • 38 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2010 Chevrolet Traverse

Posted on December 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1778 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Zerogravity
Member • 76 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2010 Chevrolet Traverse—might work for mine too.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 58 posts

My 2010 Chevrolet Traverse has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 25, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 36 posts

Will this work for older 2010 Chevrolet Traverses? Mine's a 2009.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 18 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2010 Chevrolet Traverse for a while.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 12 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.

December 28, 2024 Reply

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