[Solution] Need key code for 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular with proximity fob

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Where can I locate the key code to program a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular key?

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Worked on my cousin’s 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular—might work for mine too.

My 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular just blinks. I think this might fix it.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular?

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular. Trying this instead.

Trying this on my 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular later. Will report back.

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