[Free Fix] Need to clone a key for 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended - but no code

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Thunderbolt
Member since February 2022 • 47 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended?

Posted on August 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 18, 2024

Replies (3)

Flyingmonk
Member • 145 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 109 posts

My 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended just blinks. I think this might fix it.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 20 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended.

August 20, 2024 Reply

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