[Free Solution] Where is the transponder code located in a Chevrolet Trax AWD?

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Icedragon
Member since August 2022 • 22 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Chevrolet Trax AWD

Posted on October 20, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on October 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Lasertag
Member • 67 posts

Been stuck with my Chevrolet Trax AWD for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 113 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Chevrolet Trax AWD key issue.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 5 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Chevrolet Trax AWD.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 140 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Chevrolet Trax AWD.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
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Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Chevrolet Trax AWD!

October 25, 2024 Reply

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