[Free Solution] Is there a master key for the Chevrolet Silverado 3?

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Jumpman
Member since November 2021 • 121 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Chevrolet Silverado 3?

Posted on October 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet Silverado 3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Electricboog
Member • 55 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Chevrolet Silverado 3.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 23 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Chevrolet Silverado 3.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 85 posts

My Chevrolet Silverado 3's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 37 posts

This thread might save my Chevrolet Silverado 3. Thanks everyone!

October 21, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 112 posts

Trying this out on my Chevrolet Silverado 3 today—hoping it works.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 149 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Chevrolet Silverado 3—need the code first.

October 23, 2024 Reply

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