[It Worked!] Where is the transponder code located in a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse?

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Where do I get the key code for my 2017 Chevrolet Traverse to make a spare key?

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Got a dead key fob for my 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. Need the code badly.

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2017 Chevrolet Traverse key issues!

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2017 Chevrolet Traverse too.

Will this work for older 2017 Chevrolet Traverses? Mine's a 2009.

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