[Solution] Anyone with success using OBD tools to get 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ code?

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Need my 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

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

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Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ this weekend.

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ's key code.

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ.

Been stuck with my 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ for weeks. This might be the fix.

Does this method work for the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ models from 2010 onward?

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