[Issue Closed] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2010 GMC Canyon Crew Cab

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Orangecrush
Member since June 2023 • 46 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2010 GMC Canyon Crew Cab?

Posted on January 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1467 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 GMC Canyon Crew Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 12, 2025

Replies (3)

Karmaking
Member • 43 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2010 GMC Canyon Crew Cab.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 26 posts

Following this for my 2010 GMC Canyon Crew Cab. Please update if it works!

January 13, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 91 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2010 GMC Canyon Crew Cab.

January 14, 2025 Reply

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