[Confirmed Fix] Does a 2010 Chevrolet Spectrum Turbo have a key code or just a PIN?

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Where do they get the key code to program Chevrolet Spectrum Turbo keys at the dealer?

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I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Chevrolet Spectrum Turbo too.

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

I have a 2011 Chevrolet Spectrum Turbo, will this method work for that year?

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

Trying this out on my Chevrolet Spectrum Turbo today—hoping it works.

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Chevrolet Spectrum Turbo.

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