[Update] 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Flashgordon
Member since January 2022 • 43 posts

Looking for my 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on October 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1631 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Vectorx
Member • 142 posts

I’m not alone! My 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 is doing the same thing.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 77 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 this hard?!

October 30, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 115 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 key issue.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 128 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500, would this method still work?

November 01, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 59 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 73 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500's mystery code.

November 03, 2024 Reply

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