[Free Fix] Dealer won't share key code for my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD

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Papasmurf
Member since June 2023 • 25 posts

Need my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1935 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 03, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowfin
Member • 40 posts

My 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

September 03, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 8 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD—might work for mine too.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 105 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD for a while.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 28 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD's key code issue!

September 06, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 66 posts

I’m not alone! My 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 HD is doing the same thing.

September 07, 2024 Reply

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