[Issue Closed] Trying to reprogram key for 2017 GMC Canyon Denali, but no PIN code

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Charlie
Member since August 2022 • 113 posts

Looking for my 2017 GMC Canyon Denali's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on January 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 543 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 GMC Canyon Denali. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (3)

Orangecrush
Member • 64 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2017 GMC Canyon Denali, would this method still work?

January 25, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 48 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2017 GMC Canyon Denali too.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 135 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2017 GMC Canyon Denali.

January 27, 2025 Reply

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