[Resolved] Is the ignition lock coded separately in Holden Cruze?

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Ghostrider
Member since November 2022 • 41 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Holden Cruze keys at the dealer?

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Holden Cruze. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (4)

Alice
Member • 106 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Holden Cruze as well.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 82 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Holden Cruze key issue.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 29 posts

This just might solve my Holden Cruze's ignition issue.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 56 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Holden Cruze key issue.

October 31, 2024 Reply

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