[Completed] 1999 GMC Suburban only starts with master key - no code for new one

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Digitalx
Member since March 2023 • 89 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 1999 GMC Suburban

Posted on December 26, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 GMC Suburban. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Zetareticuli
Member • 52 posts

My 1999 GMC Suburban is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 49 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1999 GMC Suburban. This might do it.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 29 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1999 GMC Suburban key issues!

December 29, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 125 posts

Just tried this on my 1999 GMC Suburban—anyone else have success?

December 30, 2024 Reply

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