[Issue Closed] Dealer wants $200 for 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe PIN - other options?

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Jokersmile
Member since May 2023 • 102 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe keys?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1803 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Megamind
Member • 64 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 26 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe?

November 16, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 77 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe, would this method still work?

November 17, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 59 posts

My 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

November 18, 2024 Reply

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