From the 2000 Venture Owner's Manual
To program the new key:
1. Insert the ignition key in the ignition and start the
engine. If the engine will not start see your dealer
for service.
2. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF,
and remove the key.
3. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to RUN
within 10 seconds of removing the previous key.
4. The SECURITY message will turn off once the key
has been programmed. It may not be apparent that
the SECURITY message went on due to how
quickly the key is programmed.
5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to
be programmed.
This means that you have to program your key. To find out how to do this look in your owner's manual or find out here.
the 1999 venture has the PK3 system for security, so you have to go to a GM dealer or a automotive locksmith that has the proper box to reset it or make a new master key for it.
I've got a better question, why is this question in the Chevy venture forum ?
yes
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Yes the key is chipped. You need a pk3 key. You can get them from eBay for around $15 uncut.
Before 1998 - no. 1998 and after - yes.
Chevy and gmc keys are replaceable thru a dealer by providing the VIN off your vehicle Along with this, I can add. In Canadian currency, it's about $32 for a key and about $45 to program it.