[Update] Using OBD to get PIN code for 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE - safe?

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Xenonflash
Member since February 2023 • 119 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1323 posts

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

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (3)

Laserbeam
Member • 13 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 124 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE key issues!

December 19, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 60 posts

Been stuck with my 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 20, 2024 Reply

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