[Answered] 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 Extended remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Vikingking
Member since August 2022 • 110 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 Extended?

Posted on January 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 Extended. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 30, 2025

Replies (4)

Frostbyte
Member • 30 posts

I’m not alone! My 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 Extended is doing the same thing.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 12 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 Extended. Need the code badly.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 131 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 Extended.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 105 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 Extended.

February 02, 2025 Reply

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