[Free Fix] How to get my 1997 GMC Sonoma Club Coupe's key code to program replacement keys?

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Redbaron
Member since January 2023 • 12 posts

How can I access my 1997 GMC Sonoma Club Coupe's key code to program new keys?

Posted on September 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 GMC Sonoma Club Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Zerocool
Member • 111 posts

Been stuck with my 1997 GMC Sonoma Club Coupe for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 57 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1997 GMC Sonoma Club Coupe!

September 27, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 145 posts

My 1997 GMC Sonoma Club Coupe is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 23 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1997 GMC Sonoma Club Coupe?

September 29, 2024 Reply

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