[Confirmed Fix] My 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Vikingking
Member since September 2021 • 86 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

Posted on October 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 07, 2024

Replies (4)

Xenonflash
Member • 139 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 too.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 44 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Thanks!

October 08, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 113 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06s?

October 09, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 96 posts

Using this on my 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 now. Hope it works.

October 10, 2024 Reply

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