[Fixed] 1996 GMC Safari Passenger only starts with master key - no code for new one

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Timelord
Member since January 2023 • 73 posts

How can I obtain my 1996 GMC Safari Passenger's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 31, 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 Safari Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 01, 2024

Replies (4)

Hyperlink
Member • 132 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1996 GMC Safari Passenger. This might do it.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 128 posts

Will this work for older 1996 GMC Safari Passengers? Mine's a 2009.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 116 posts

This thread might save my 1996 GMC Safari Passenger. Thanks everyone!

November 03, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 74 posts

My 1996 GMC Safari Passenger just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 04, 2024 Reply

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