[Free Tool] My Chevrolet Optra is asking for a key programming code

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Thunderbolt
Member since June 2022 • 23 posts

Where's the key code located on a Chevrolet Optra for key programming?

Posted on April 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1021 posts

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

Posted on April 29, 2025

Replies (5)

Xenomorph
Member • 150 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Chevrolet Optra key issue.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 59 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Chevrolet Optra. Trying this instead.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 9 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Chevrolet Optra, hope someone can help.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 20 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Chevrolet Optra?

May 02, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 112 posts

Will this work for older Chevrolet Optras? Mine's a 2009.

May 03, 2025 Reply

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