[Status: Resolved] 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab won’t unlock or start - key code problem?

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Gizmoguy
Member since September 2022 • 65 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab

Posted on December 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 882 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Omegared
Member • 54 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab owner.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 59 posts

Will this work for older 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cabs? Mine's a 2009.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 125 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 42 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab, following this thread.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 54 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab!

December 23, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 6 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2008 GMC Canyon Crew Cab. Need the code badly.

December 24, 2024 Reply

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