[Answered] Aftermarket key needs code for Chevrolet Prisma

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Purplerain
Member since April 2022 • 67 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Chevrolet Prisma?

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1370 posts

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

Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Lightspeed
Member • 56 posts

My Chevrolet Prisma won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 108 posts

My Chevrolet Prisma has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 15, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 9 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Chevrolet Prisma. Giving it a go myself.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 79 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Chevrolet Prisma this weekend.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 105 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Chevrolet Prisma.

August 18, 2024 Reply

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