[Update] Trying to revive old 2002 GMC Sonoma Crew Cab - no key code available

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Youngturk
Member since April 2022 • 133 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2002 GMC Sonoma Crew Cab?

Posted on May 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1260 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 GMC Sonoma Crew Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 18, 2025

Replies (3)

Diana
Member • 79 posts

Does this method work for the 2002 GMC Sonoma Crew Cab models from 2010 onward?

May 18, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 129 posts

My 2002 GMC Sonoma Crew Cab won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 117 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2002 GMC Sonoma Crew Cab.

May 20, 2025 Reply

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