[Completed] Lost transponder code for my 2009 GMC Yukon - any ideas?

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Vectorx
Member since October 2022 • 30 posts

Need my 2009 GMC Yukon's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on December 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 GMC Yukon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Metalhead
Member • 58 posts

This thread might save my 2009 GMC Yukon. Thanks everyone!

December 11, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 10 posts

My 2009 GMC Yukon just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 46 posts

I have the same 2009 GMC Yukon and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 54 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2009 GMC Yukon.

December 14, 2024 Reply

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