[Issue Closed] Looking for key code for my 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo, any tips?

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Charlie
Member since April 2023 • 92 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo

Posted on May 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1699 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Eve
Member • 34 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo?

May 25, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 59 posts

Really need the key code for my 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo, thanks for sharing!

May 26, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 59 posts

Trying this out on my 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo today—hoping it works.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 51 posts

Been here before with my 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo. Let’s see if this one works.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 22 posts

Does this method work for the 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo models from 2010 onward?

May 29, 2025 Reply

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