[Closed] Need the factory key code to program a key for my Chevrolet Silverado 3500 WT Pickup

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Supernova
Member since February 2022 • 63 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Chevrolet Silverado 3500 WT Pickup?

Posted on August 06, 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 3500 WT Pickup. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Rogueone
Member • 109 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Chevrolet Silverado 3500 WT Pickup owner.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 103 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Chevrolet Silverado 3500 WT Pickup. Trying this instead.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 106 posts

Saved me from towing my Chevrolet Silverado 3500 WT Pickup. Thanks!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 120 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Chevrolet Silverado 3500 WT Pickup this hard?!

August 10, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 122 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Chevrolet Silverado 3500 WT Pickups?

August 11, 2024 Reply

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