[Method] Trying to start my GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Truck but it says 'immobilized'

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Ultraman
Member since October 2021 • 98 posts

Where's the key code located on a GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Truck for key programming?

Posted on November 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 758 posts

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

Posted on November 05, 2024

Replies (5)

Madhatter
Member • 89 posts

My GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Truck is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 51 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Truck.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 7 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Truck. Giving it a go myself.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 106 posts

Trying this on my GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Truck later. Will report back.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 137 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Truck too.

November 09, 2024 Reply

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