[Status: Resolved] Trying to reprogram key for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 2500, but no PIN code

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Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 2500?

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I’m not alone! My 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 is doing the same thing.

Been stuck with my 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 for weeks. This might be the fix.

Will this work for older 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 2500s? Mine's a 2009.

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