[Method] Cheapest way to obtain 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular key code

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Frostbyte
Member since March 2022 • 15 posts

How can I find my 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular's key code to program a new key?

Posted on August 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1647 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 07, 2024

Replies (3)

Quicksilver
Member • 149 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 33 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular!

August 08, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 120 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular. Thanks!

August 09, 2024 Reply

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