[Confirmed Fix] Where to enter the transponder code in 1999 GMC Savana OBD?

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Timelord
Member since June 2022 • 148 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 1999 GMC Savana?

Posted on March 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1989 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 GMC Savana. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Icemann
Member • 111 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1999 GMC Savana.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 146 posts

My 1999 GMC Savana's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 119 posts

I have the same 1999 GMC Savana and I'm also trying to find the key code.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 142 posts

Trying this out on my 1999 GMC Savana today—hoping it works.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 37 posts

I tried this with my 1999 GMC Savana but still no luck. Any suggestions?

March 14, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 60 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1999 GMC Savana's key code.

March 15, 2025 Reply

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