[Recommended Fix] How to get the factory key code for my 1996 GMC Safari Cargo to make keys?

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Cyberghost
Member since July 2022 • 130 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1996 GMC Safari Cargo?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1970 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 GMC Safari Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Zombieking
Member • 150 posts

Same problem on my 1996 GMC Safari Cargo. Watching for any working solutions.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 67 posts

Just what I needed! My 1996 GMC Safari Cargo has been acting up lately.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 122 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 1996 GMC Safari Cargo.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 87 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1996 GMC Safari Cargo key issue.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 116 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1996 GMC Safari Cargo!

December 29, 2024 Reply

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