[Update] Anyone know how to get the key code for a 2016 Chevrolet Trax LT?

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Happycamper
Member since May 2022 • 121 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 2016 Chevrolet Trax LT?

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Chevrolet Trax LT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (3)

Mistermiyagi
Member • 146 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2016 Chevrolet Trax LT for days.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 73 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2016 Chevrolet Trax LT for a while.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 102 posts

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

March 10, 2025 Reply

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