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Oct 4, 2007 | 09:55 AM

Bull

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I just picked up a 98 Coupe, the owner had one key plus a new blank he had order from the dealer. Can any hardware place cut the key or does it required a Chevy dealer cut it and possible activate chip in key?

Oct 4, 2007 | 03:36 PM

rshiver

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RE: New Key

They should be able to cut the key with no problem. I don't thinkit has to be activated, it's just a resister embedded in the key.

Oct 5, 2007 | 08:37 AM

Bull

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RE: New Key

Thanks, I called the dealer and the lady at the service center said, yes,, I will call the part department, what you said makes much more sense

Oct 6, 2007 | 11:34 AM

Bill K

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RE: New Key

Any locksmith can cut it, You might check and make sure the resistor is the same on both keys before cutting it..

Oct 6, 2007 | 04:19 PM

mech259

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RE: New Key

"The keys have to be the same resistance or you will have to go through a "learn" process that requires a Tech 2 scan tool and takes about 12 minutes.