[Method] Trying to program a new key for 2004 GMC Top Kick - code required?

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Icecold
Member since February 2023 • 52 posts

Looking for my 2004 GMC Top Kick's factory key code to program a key

Posted on March 31, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1659 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 GMC Top Kick. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 01, 2025

Replies (3)

Viperstrike
Member • 31 posts

I tried this with my 2004 GMC Top Kick but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 01, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 110 posts

Will this work for older 2004 GMC Top Kicks? Mine's a 2009.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 19 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2004 GMC Top Kick. Need the code badly.

April 03, 2025 Reply

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