[Completed] Where do I get the ignition unlock code for my 2018 Chevrolet Traverse?

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Need my 2018 Chevrolet Traverse's key code to program a new transponder key

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Been stuck with my 2018 Chevrolet Traverse for weeks. This might be the fix.

I have the same 2018 Chevrolet Traverse and I'm also trying to find the key code.

Struggling with the same issue on my 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, following this thread.

Struggling with the same issue on my 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, following this thread.

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