[Solved] DIY method for retrieving PIN from Chevrolet Silverado HD ECU?

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Techguru
Member since February 2023 • 80 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Chevrolet Silverado HD

Posted on October 07, 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 HD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Silverbullet
Member • 147 posts

Following along—same issue with my Chevrolet Silverado HD.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 99 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Chevrolet Silverado HD's mystery code.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 97 posts

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

October 10, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 37 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Chevrolet Silverado HD.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 136 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Chevrolet Silverado HD.

October 12, 2024 Reply

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