[Method] Where's the key code hidden on a 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7R for key programming?

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Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7R?

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Why is finding a key code on a 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7R this hard?!

Just tried this on my 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7R—anyone else have success?

Trying this on my 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7R later. Will report back.

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7R?

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7R?

I’m not alone! My 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7R is doing the same thing.

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