[Free Fix] Where's the key code hidden on my GMC Sierra 1500 Limited Base for key programming?

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Javaking
Member since July 2022 • 92 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my GMC Sierra 1500 Limited Base

Posted on November 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1717 posts

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

Posted on November 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Emeraldcity
Member • 100 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my GMC Sierra 1500 Limited Base too.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 129 posts

My GMC Sierra 1500 Limited Base has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 10, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 46 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start GMC Sierra 1500 Limited Bases?

November 11, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 54 posts

Just what I needed! My GMC Sierra 1500 Limited Base has been acting up lately.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 106 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited Base.

November 13, 2024 Reply

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