[Recommended Fix] Any way to unlock 1997 GMC Suburban 1500 without key code?

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Xenowarrior
Member since May 2022 • 148 posts

Looking for my 1997 GMC Suburban 1500's key code to program a new key

Posted on January 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 855 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 GMC Suburban 1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Hackman
Member • 43 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1997 GMC Suburban 1500.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 142 posts

I have the same 1997 GMC Suburban 1500 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 149 posts

My 1997 GMC Suburban 1500 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 21, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 128 posts

My 1997 GMC Suburban 1500 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 22, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 135 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1997 GMC Suburban 1500, hope someone can help.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 103 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1997 GMC Suburban 1500 key code too.

January 24, 2025 Reply

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