[Issue Closed] Stuck at home with my 2016 GMC Canyon - immobilizer won’t let me start

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Neonqueen
Member since September 2022 • 102 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2016 GMC Canyon?

Posted on February 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1486 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 GMC Canyon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 02, 2025

Replies (5)

Karmaking
Member • 59 posts

Was about to tow my 2016 GMC Canyon. Let me try this first.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 44 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2016 GMC Canyon.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 20 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2016 GMC Canyon.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 85 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2016 GMC Canyon. This might do it.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 47 posts

Trying this on my 2016 GMC Canyon later. Will report back.

February 06, 2025 Reply

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