[Closed] 2003 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo code lost - looking for safe way to retrieve it

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Electricslide
Member since November 2022 • 39 posts

Need my 2003 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on October 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1967 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Icecold
Member • 56 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2003 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 15 posts

My 2003 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 62 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2003 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo as well.

October 12, 2024 Reply

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