[Archived] How dealers get key codes for 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Premier

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Laserfocus
Member since September 2022 • 133 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Premier

Posted on October 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 955 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Premier. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 06, 2024

Replies (3)

Quantumx
Member • 116 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Premier before?

October 06, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 141 posts

My 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Premier is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 72 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Premier—need the code first.

October 08, 2024 Reply

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