[Status: Resolved] Replacing remote for Geo Tracker Van 4WD - need access code?

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Orangecrush
Member since June 2023 • 140 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Geo Tracker Van 4WD for programming keys?

Posted on January 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 777 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Geo Tracker Van 4WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Airjordan
Member • 55 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Geo Tracker Van 4WD.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 7 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Geo Tracker Van 4WD. This is a lifesaver.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 67 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Geo Tracker Van 4WDs?

January 16, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 104 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Geo Tracker Van 4WD for days.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 108 posts

Following along—same issue with my Geo Tracker Van 4WD.

January 18, 2025 Reply

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