[Status: Resolved] Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Chevrolet Citation?

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Frank
Member since February 2023 • 21 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Chevrolet Citation

Posted on October 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1516 posts

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

Posted on October 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Quickdraw
Member • 6 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Chevrolet Citation for a while.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 118 posts

Desperate to get my Chevrolet Citation running again. Trying this tonight.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 35 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Chevrolet Citation.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 123 posts

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

October 18, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
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My Chevrolet Citation is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

October 19, 2024 Reply

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