[Working] Locked out of my 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali, need key code fast

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Yellowdog
Member since December 2022 • 45 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali

Posted on October 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Lonewolf
Member • 65 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali for days.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 70 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali too!

October 19, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 28 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 70 posts

This thread might save my 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali. Thanks everyone!

October 21, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 123 posts

Saved me from towing my 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Denali. Thanks!

October 22, 2024 Reply

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