[Working] Got blank key from junkyard - won’t program to Chevrolet C 10

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Blackbelt
Member since July 2022 • 104 posts

How can I obtain my Chevrolet C 10's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1838 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet C 10. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Wildcard
Member • 138 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Chevrolet C 10 before?

October 14, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 72 posts

I need this so bad for my Chevrolet C 10. Subscribed!

October 15, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 105 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Chevrolet C 10?

October 16, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 98 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Chevrolet C 10 as well.

October 17, 2024 Reply

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