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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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