[Free Tool] Replacing keys on a 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche - code required?

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Lightspeed
Member since October 2021 • 46 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche for key programming?

Posted on December 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 03, 2024

Replies (3)

Aceventura
Member • 25 posts

I’m not alone! My 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is doing the same thing.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 131 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 122 posts

My 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 05, 2024 Reply

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