[Archived] Getting key code for 2010 Holden Captiva with chip key

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Where do they get the key code to program 2010 Holden Captiva keys at the dealer?

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Just what I needed! My 2010 Holden Captiva has been acting up lately.

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2010 Holden Captiva.

I think my 2010 Holden Captiva has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

I think my 2010 Holden Captiva has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

Does this method work for the 2010 Holden Captiva models from 2010 onward?

Been here before with my 2010 Holden Captiva. Let’s see if this one works.

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