[Update] Is it legal to get the immobilizer code online for 1999 GMC 3500 Regular Cab?

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Where's the key code hidden on a 1999 GMC 3500 Regular Cab for key programming?

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My 1999 GMC 3500 Regular Cab might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

I have a 2011 1999 GMC 3500 Regular Cab, will this method work for that year?

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