[Free Tool] Stuck programming my Chevrolet Forester key - missing vital code

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Icemann
Member since January 2023 • 30 posts

How can I access my Chevrolet Forester's key code to program new keys?

Posted on April 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1759 posts

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

Posted on April 28, 2025

Replies (4)

Windwalker
Member • 27 posts

Just what I needed! My Chevrolet Forester has been acting up lately.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 140 posts

Just what I needed! My Chevrolet Forester has been acting up lately.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 115 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Chevrolet Forester?

April 30, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 75 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Chevrolet Forester.

May 01, 2025 Reply

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