[Fixed] Can I extract the immobilizer code using OBD on my Chevrolet 4100?

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Cosmokid
Member since July 2022 • 24 posts

How can I access my Chevrolet 4100's key code to program new keys?

Posted on October 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet 4100. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 22, 2024

Replies (6)

Nightowl
Member • 112 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Chevrolet 4100.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 34 posts

I’m not alone! My Chevrolet 4100 is doing the same thing.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 119 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Chevrolet 4100.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 95 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Chevrolet 4100?

October 25, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 87 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Chevrolet 4100, hope this helps.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 90 posts

Same problem on my Chevrolet 4100. Watching for any working solutions.

October 27, 2024 Reply

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