[Fixed] Need key code after theft recovery of 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended

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Cosmokid
Member since February 2023 • 140 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended?

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Pandaking
Member • 120 posts

I need this so bad for my 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended. Subscribed!

February 11, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 54 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended won’t recognize the key.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 107 posts

My 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

February 13, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 63 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 149 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended too!

February 15, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
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Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Extended.

February 16, 2025 Reply

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