[Issue Closed] Any way to unlock 1998 GMC Sierra 2500 without key code?

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Gamemaster
Member since October 2022 • 46 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1998 GMC Sierra 2500?

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbite
Member • 86 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1998 GMC Sierra 2500.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 50 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1998 GMC Sierra 2500 too!

September 18, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 92 posts

I’m not alone! My 1998 GMC Sierra 2500 is doing the same thing.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 81 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1998 GMC Sierra 2500 all week. Hope this helps.

September 20, 2024 Reply

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