[Free Tool] Trying to start my 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT but it says 'immobilized'

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Techguru
Member since September 2022 • 55 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT?

Posted on October 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 14, 2024

Replies (6)

Crazycat
Member • 29 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT. Huge thanks!

October 14, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 113 posts

Been stuck with my 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 124 posts

Was about to tow my 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT. Let me try this first.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 132 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT this hard?!

October 17, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 80 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT for days.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 47 posts

Worked for someone with a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT? Need to hear it!

October 19, 2024 Reply

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