[Confirmed] Help with programming a key for my 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew

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Ninjastar
Member since July 2022 • 99 posts

How can I obtain my 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on August 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 921 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 05, 2024

Replies (5)

Oldschool
Member • 88 posts

I have a 2011 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew, will this method work for that year?

August 05, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 32 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 95 posts

This thread might save my 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew. Thanks everyone!

August 07, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 124 posts

Trying this on my 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew later. Will report back.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 101 posts

Saved me from towing my 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew. Thanks!

August 09, 2024 Reply

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