[Archived] Need my 2009 GMC Canyon's key code to program a new transponder key

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Goldenret
Member since March 2023 • 40 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2009 GMC Canyon keys?

Posted on March 21, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1593 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 GMC Canyon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 22, 2025

Replies (5)

Knightrider
Member • 11 posts

My 2009 GMC Canyon refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 147 posts

Been stuck with my 2009 GMC Canyon for weeks. This might be the fix.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 13 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2009 GMC Canyon.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 44 posts

Same issue here with my 2009 GMC Canyon, let me know if it works.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 38 posts

Will this work for older 2009 GMC Canyons? Mine's a 2009.

March 26, 2025 Reply

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