[Success] VIN-based key code for Chevrolet Cobalt SS - is it reliable?

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Haloeffect
Member since April 2022 • 51 posts

How can I retrieve my Chevrolet Cobalt SS's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on March 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet Cobalt SS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Lionheart
Member • 12 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Chevrolet Cobalt SS—need the code first.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 13 posts

Trying this on my Chevrolet Cobalt SS later. Will report back.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 136 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Chevrolet Cobalt SS—might work for mine too.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 118 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Chevrolet Cobalt SS all week. Hope this helps.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 99 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Chevrolet Cobalt SS.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 32 posts

If this works for my Chevrolet Cobalt SS, I owe you big time.

March 21, 2025 Reply

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