[Verified] Where's the key code stored to program keys for a GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab?

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Alphacent
Member since December 2022 • 120 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab

Posted on March 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 13, 2025

Replies (4)

Zerocool
Member • 38 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 15 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab. Huge thanks!

March 14, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 29 posts

I’ve been locked out of my GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab all week. Hope this helps.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 121 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab.

March 16, 2025 Reply

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