[Fixed] Can’t get past anti-theft lock on my 1998 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger

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Shadowfax
Member since July 2023 • 80 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 1998 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger?

Posted on October 22, 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 Savana 3500 Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Electriceel
Member • 140 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1998 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger!

October 23, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 44 posts

Been stuck with my 1998 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 120 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1998 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 21 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1998 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger's key code.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 9 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1998 GMC Savana 3500 Passenger key code too.

October 27, 2024 Reply

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