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2004 chevy epica key chip replacement. I'm replacing the ignition (that comes with a key)in my car. I have the original key for the car. Can you replace the chip from the new key with chip that is in the original key? without reprogramming?

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Hi Mark, You can swap chips as long as the alarm system operates without problems with the old key. Regards John

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No you must buy the correct key and cylinder from the dealer.

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SOURCE: Reprogramming a spare with only 1 original - 2004 Chevy Malibu

the ignition keys are not coded. no "chip" in them you should be able to just have a spare key cut and it will work fine. These use an electronic device in key cylinder that senses the proper rotation of cylinder and tumblers. so if someone tries to pry on with a screwdriver it will disable starter. when this is replaced it has to be reprogrammed

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SOURCE: The key in my 2007 Chevy Cobalt broke off in the

Yes, you must do that so that the car's module will recognize the new key.

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