[Confirmed] Just installed push start on my 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular - need new code?

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How can I obtain my 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular's key code to program a spare key?

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Will this work for older 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 Regulars? Mine's a 2009.

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