[Answered] How to get the key code to program keys for my 2013 Chevrolet Cruze?

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Mistermiyagi
Member since June 2022 • 21 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2013 Chevrolet Cruze?

Posted on August 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1863 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Vikingking
Member • 133 posts

Key code problems with my 2013 Chevrolet Cruze as well. Subscribed!

August 19, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 117 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2013 Chevrolet Cruze for a while.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 139 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, hope someone can help.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 96 posts

Trying this on my 2013 Chevrolet Cruze later. Will report back.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 87 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 92 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2013 Chevrolet Cruze for a while.

August 24, 2024 Reply

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