[Update] My GMC S15 Jimny is stuck in immobilizer mode, help

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Bluesteel
Member since January 2022 • 125 posts

Need my GMC S15 Jimny's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on December 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the GMC S15 Jimny. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Greenlantern
Member • 138 posts

My GMC S15 Jimny's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 116 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my GMC S15 Jimny. Thanks!

January 02, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 32 posts

Does this method work for the GMC S15 Jimny models from 2010 onward?

January 03, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 117 posts

Anyone try this on a GMC S15 Jimny with push-button start?

January 04, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 45 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my GMC S15 Jimny. Trying this instead.

January 05, 2025 Reply

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