[Update] Using OBD to get PIN code for 2016 Dallara DW12 Chevrolet - safe?

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Bluesteel
Member since September 2021 • 43 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2016 Dallara DW12 Chevrolet?

Posted on January 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Dallara DW12 Chevrolet. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 22, 2025

Replies (5)

Outlawjoe
Member • 80 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2016 Dallara DW12 Chevrolet. Huge thanks!

January 22, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 96 posts

I tried this with my 2016 Dallara DW12 Chevrolet but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 23, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 22 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2016 Dallara DW12 Chevrolet.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 142 posts

Been here before with my 2016 Dallara DW12 Chevrolet. Let’s see if this one works.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 79 posts

Anyone try this on a 2016 Dallara DW12 Chevrolet with push-button start?

January 26, 2025 Reply

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