[It Worked!] Is it possible to recover the immobilizer code for my 2001 GMC Sonoma Extended Cab?

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Papasmurf
Member since June 2023 • 95 posts

Need my 2001 GMC Sonoma Extended Cab's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on May 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 GMC Sonoma Extended Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 20, 2025

Replies (3)

Hotwheels
Member • 112 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2001 GMC Sonoma Extended Cab too!

May 20, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 20 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2001 GMC Sonoma Extended Cab too.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 114 posts

My 2001 GMC Sonoma Extended Cab won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 22, 2025 Reply

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