[Confirmed] How to reset my 1997 GMC Yukon's immobilizer?

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Diana
Member since April 2023 • 81 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1997 GMC Yukon?

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 674 posts

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

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (5)

Phoenixrise
Member • 141 posts

My 1997 GMC Yukon just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 138 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1997 GMC Yukon.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 113 posts

Desperate to get my 1997 GMC Yukon running again. Trying this tonight.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 129 posts

Was about to give up on my 1997 GMC Yukon, but this gives me hope.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 8 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1997 GMC Yukon.

March 09, 2025 Reply

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