[Completed] Can’t start my Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Cargo, ignition code missing

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Electriceel
Member since December 2021 • 83 posts

How can I retrieve my Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Cargo's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on January 31, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1022 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Jazzcat
Member • 79 posts

Following along—same issue with my Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Cargo.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 100 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Cargo. Trying this now.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 137 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Cargo!

February 03, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 103 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Cargo.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 101 posts

Using this on my Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Cargo now. Hope it works.

February 05, 2025 Reply

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