[Free Solution] Where is the key code stored on a 2003 GMC Yukon?

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How can I retrieve my 2003 GMC Yukon's key code to make a spare key?

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Struggling with the same issue on my 2003 GMC Yukon, following this thread.

Great info! Needed this for my old 2003 GMC Yukon.

Just tried this on my 2003 GMC Yukon—anyone else have success?

My 2003 GMC Yukon won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

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