[Recommended Fix] Chevrolet Uplander immobilizer code invalid - what now?

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Darthvader
Member since July 2022 • 148 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Chevrolet Uplander

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (4)

Outlawjoe
Member • 138 posts

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

October 28, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 130 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Chevrolet Uplander.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 28 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Chevrolet Uplander key code too.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 24 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Chevrolet Uplander. This looks promising.

October 31, 2024 Reply

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