[Working] My 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Double is asking for a key programming code

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Flashgordon
Member since June 2023 • 111 posts

Looking for my 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Double's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on August 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 585 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Double. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbyte
Member • 144 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Double, following this thread.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 101 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Double.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 119 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Double too.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 110 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Double as well.

August 08, 2024 Reply

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