[Issue Closed] Where do I enter key code in a Chevrolet Van 1500 2WD Conversion?

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Reddwarf
Member since August 2022 • 102 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Chevrolet Van 1500 2WD Conversion to program a key?

Posted on October 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 776 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet Van 1500 2WD Conversion. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Jazzcat
Member • 73 posts

My Chevrolet Van 1500 2WD Conversion has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

October 23, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 74 posts

Been stuck with my Chevrolet Van 1500 2WD Conversion for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 139 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Chevrolet Van 1500 2WD Conversion.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 139 posts

Same problem on my Chevrolet Van 1500 2WD Conversion. Watching for any working solutions.

October 26, 2024 Reply

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