[Resolved] Trying to start a Chevrolet Express 3500 Passenger Van without immobilizer PIN

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Dragonfly
Member since September 2021 • 142 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Chevrolet Express 3500 Passenger Van for key programming?

Posted on September 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet Express 3500 Passenger Van. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 15, 2024

Replies (3)

Dragonfly
Member • 143 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Chevrolet Express 3500 Passenger Van.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 14 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Chevrolet Express 3500 Passenger Van.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 110 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Chevrolet Express 3500 Passenger Van.

September 17, 2024 Reply

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