[Working] Need my 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD's key code to program a new transponder key

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Iceberg
Member since February 2022 • 60 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD?

Posted on August 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Javajunkie
Member • 56 posts

My 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 14 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 133 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 142 posts

Was about to tow my 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. Let me try this first.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 122 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD too!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 81 posts

This thread might save my 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. Thanks everyone!

August 10, 2024 Reply

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