[Answered] How do I find the immobilizer code for my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE?

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Alphadog
Member since July 2022 • 11 posts

Need my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on September 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 25, 2024

Replies (4)

Quantumfizz
Member • 78 posts

My 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 118 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE too.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 95 posts

Desperate to get my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE running again. Trying this tonight.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 133 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 SLE. Huge thanks!

September 28, 2024 Reply

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