[Verified] Where do I enter key programming code in 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew?

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Darkangel
Member since June 2023 • 12 posts

Looking for my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on January 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1053 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 12, 2025

Replies (5)

Bluesteel
Member • 24 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 39 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew, would this method still work?

January 13, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 94 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew. Giving it a go myself.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 66 posts

Anyone try this on a 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew with push-button start?

January 15, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 119 posts

Same issue here with my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew, let me know if it works.

January 16, 2025 Reply

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