[Fixed] Programmed new key but 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD still won’t start - code?

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Superfly
Member since December 2022 • 74 posts

Need my 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on November 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 699 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Flyingdutch
Member • 33 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD. Trying this instead.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 104 posts

Saved me from towing my 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD. Thanks!

November 05, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 40 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD won’t recognize the key.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 78 posts

Been here before with my 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD. Let’s see if this one works.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 24 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD won’t recognize the key.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 56 posts

Does this method work for the 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HD models from 2010 onward?

November 09, 2024 Reply

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