[Update] All 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT keys lost - how to reset immobilizer?

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Frostbite
Member since August 2022 • 20 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT?

Posted on October 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 786 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 15, 2024

Replies (3)

Frostymug
Member • 44 posts

My 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 96 posts

Does this method work for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT models from 2010 onward?

October 16, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 129 posts

Was about to give up on my 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT, but this gives me hope.

October 17, 2024 Reply

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