[Closed] Just changed battery, now 2008 GMC Savana 2500 Passenger asks for a PIN code

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Xenonflash
Member since July 2023 • 141 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2008 GMC Savana 2500 Passenger - help?

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 GMC Savana 2500 Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

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Darkhorse
Member • 109 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2008 GMC Savana 2500 Passenger.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 29 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2008 GMC Savana 2500 Passenger key issues!

February 24, 2025 Reply
Betatest
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Looking for the same thing for my 2008 GMC Savana 2500 Passenger, hope someone can help.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
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Saved me from towing my 2008 GMC Savana 2500 Passenger. Thanks!

February 26, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
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February 27, 2025 Reply

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