[Closed] Anyone with success using OBD tools to get Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew code?

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Darkknight
Member since September 2021 • 126 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew key fob?

Posted on October 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1395 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Megabyte
Member • 12 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 52 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 149 posts

My Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

October 31, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 65 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew as well.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 141 posts

This just might solve my Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew's ignition issue.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
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My Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 swb Crew might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 03, 2024 Reply

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