[Issue Closed] 1994 GMC Yukon key reader not responding - code issue?

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Need the key code to program a new key for my 1994 GMC Yukon - help?

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Good luck to everyone dealing with 1994 GMC Yukon key issues!

Finally, something that might help with my 1994 GMC Yukon's key code issue!

This is exactly what I need for my 1994 GMC Yukon, thanks for posting!

Following along—same issue with my 1994 GMC Yukon.

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