[Answered] Stuck programming my 2016 Chevy Silverado key - missing vital code

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Greenlantern
Member since November 2022 • 16 posts

How can I access my 2016 Chevy Silverado's key code to program new keys?

Posted on September 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1888 posts

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

Posted on September 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Cyberghost
Member • 143 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2016 Chevy Silverado. This looks promising.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 137 posts

Worked for someone with a 2016 Chevy Silverado? Need to hear it!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 7 posts

Following this for my 2016 Chevy Silverado. Please update if it works!

September 21, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 127 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2016 Chevy Silverado too.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 85 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2016 Chevy Silverado.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 94 posts

I’m not alone! My 2016 Chevy Silverado is doing the same thing.

September 24, 2024 Reply

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