[It Worked!] How locksmiths find key code for 1998 GMC Sonoma Regular Cab

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Neontiger
Member since August 2022 • 122 posts

Where's the key code located on a 1998 GMC Sonoma Regular Cab for key programming?

Posted on January 25, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 GMC Sonoma Regular Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 26, 2025

Replies (4)

Oldschool
Member • 111 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1998 GMC Sonoma Regular Cab won’t recognize the key.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 20 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1998 GMC Sonoma Regular Cab. Giving it a go myself.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 131 posts

Trying this out on my 1998 GMC Sonoma Regular Cab today—hoping it works.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Grace
Member • 64 posts

I tried this with my 1998 GMC Sonoma Regular Cab but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 29, 2025 Reply

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