[Free Tool] Chevrolet HHR immobilizer not responding after new key

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Jazzhands
Member since May 2022 • 12 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Chevrolet HHR key fob?

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1665 posts

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

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowjacket
Member • 39 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Chevrolet HHR.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 145 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Chevrolet HHR?

October 29, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 85 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Chevrolet HHR.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 134 posts

Using this on my Chevrolet HHR now. Hope it works.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 61 posts

Does this method work for the Chevrolet HHR models from 2010 onward?

November 01, 2024 Reply

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