[Archived] Dealer charging $150 for 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work key code - alternatives?

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Frostbite
Member since July 2023 • 103 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work key fob?

Posted on March 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 17, 2025

Replies (3)

Pandaexpress
Member • 39 posts

My 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 112 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work owner.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 145 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work won’t recognize the key.

March 19, 2025 Reply

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