[Confirmed Fix] Need key code after repo of my Chevrolet SS

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Where do I get the key code for my Chevrolet SS to make a spare key?

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Can’t believe this worked on my Chevrolet SS. Huge thanks!

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Chevrolet SS for a while.

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Chevrolet SS for days.

This is exactly what I need for my Chevrolet SS, thanks for posting!

Been here before with my Chevrolet SS. Let’s see if this one works.

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Chevrolet SS!

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