[Update] Key code sticker location in 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe models

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Quantumflux
Member since July 2023 • 26 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe keys?

Posted on November 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Techlord
Member • 127 posts

Same problem on my 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe. Watching for any working solutions.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 62 posts

My 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 102 posts

My 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 14, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 142 posts

This thread might save my 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe. Thanks everyone!

November 15, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 75 posts

Trying this out on my 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe today—hoping it works.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 93 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1996 GMC 3500 Club Coupe—might work for mine too.

November 17, 2024 Reply

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