[Working] Need the key code to program a new key for my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular - help?

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Techwiz
Member since July 2023 • 136 posts

Need my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1899 posts

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

Posted on October 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Redbull
Member • 131 posts

Same problem on my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular. Watching for any working solutions.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 27 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 57 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular as well.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 117 posts

If this works for my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular, I owe you big time.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 13 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular, hope someone can help.

October 26, 2024 Reply

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