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Originally Posted by Mr. iNCREDIBLE
the laser cut keys are chipped, the dealership can't program a key without another key, for a replacement when another key isn't present, they have to come from the manufacturer, again a security aspect to prevent someone from just walking in and getting a copy of your key via the key ID tag and your VIN.
you have to show proof of ownership, and the key has to be directly ordered from GM for a replacement key.
If you have a key, then they can cut one, if they actually have a blank in stock and chances are they do not because they are vehicle specific, and then use your key to program the new one.
The problem is that because each key is vehicle specific, Camaro keys cannot be used on other models, and even more so they can be trim level specific (remote start vs. non remote start for example) and there can be several variations for each model, the dealers don't stock them, as they are not typically an item that will move inventory.
It's not like 10 years ago where all GMs used the same key and same fob.. each model now has a vary unique keyset and chipset..
While Camaros and Cruzes use what appear to be the same physical key, the RFID chipset is different and they don't work cross platform..
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Again, very helpful Mr. iNCREDIBLE. Your information is greatly appreciated. Even knowing that information, I still believe that the staff at George Moore Chevrolet mishandled the situation. In my opinion, it is absurd that a slim jim lockout tool was used to open my door, and it is even more absurd that they let me leave the dealership with damage done to my car, without telling me.