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Oct 30, 2004 | 01:51 PM

drol343

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2004 IgntionKey

I want to order an extra ignition key for my 2004.

What tool do I need to measure the resistance on the key and how do I do it... therefore allowing me to determine the correct code of 1 - 15?

I know the dealer can do it... but I would like to try it myself.

Thanks!

Oct 30, 2004 | 02:11 PM

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You need the paper bar-coded tag that came with the key that has a code on it that tells your dealer or a locksmith how to make an extra key.

Oct 31, 2004 | 01:15 AM

drol343

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No Paper.

Need answer to the actual question.

Thanks anyway!

Oct 31, 2004 | 06:33 AM

WilliamCall

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The tool you need is a simple volt-ohm meter. Just measure the resistance. I looked in my factory maintenance manual for a table that converts the resistance to a key number. No joy! I went to the dealer to get a spare key. They were kind enough to determine what key number I had, then they wanted to sell me a replacement key for $55. I went home and ordered a blank key from Ecklers for $15.

Oct 31, 2004 | 08:53 AM

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I got a spare key from my dealer for $23 for my '03. The price included cutting. Also got the remote transmitter for about $40.

Oct 31, 2004 | 09:44 AM

drol343

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Thank you. That was what I needed!

Oct 31, 2004 | 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by RocketDawg

I got a spare key from my dealer for $23 for my '03. The price included cutting. Also got the remote transmitter for about $40.

Thanks! I may check with my dealer "if" their price is that reasonable.

Oct 31, 2004 | 12:05 PM

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I bought a 50th anniversary(03) corvette key part number 88955097 from Chevrolet dealer, it looks alittle nicer then plain plastic 04 key. $55.49 list my cost was $39.54. Just checked same part number on GM partsdirect.com and see that part number 88955097 lists for $29.15 cost $16.61. Guess I got stuck. Hope this helps.Save the Wave.>George