[Status: Resolved] Is the ignition lock coded separately in 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab?

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Zetareticuli
Member since January 2022 • 79 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab for key programming?

Posted on August 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 01, 2024

Replies (6)

Emeraldeye
Member • 29 posts

My 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

September 01, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 34 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 32 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab.

September 03, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 68 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab—need the code first.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 97 posts

Been here before with my 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab. Let’s see if this one works.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 37 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1998 GMC 3500 Crew Cab before?

September 06, 2024 Reply

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