[Completed] 1997 GMC Jimmy asking for transponder verification - what’s that?

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Aceventura
Member since April 2022 • 144 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 1997 GMC Jimmy?

Posted on December 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 521 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 GMC Jimmy. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (6)

Omegadog
Member • 15 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1997 GMC Jimmy.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 78 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 1997 GMC Jimmy. This looks promising.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 97 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1997 GMC Jimmy.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 66 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1997 GMC Jimmy, would this method still work?

December 30, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 141 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1997 GMC Jimmy—might work for mine too.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 140 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 1997 GMC Jimmy?

January 01, 2025 Reply

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