[Method] Third party key code service for GMC Sierra 3500

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Gamerpro
Member since June 2022 • 108 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my GMC Sierra 3500?

Posted on January 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1211 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the GMC Sierra 3500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Techguru
Member • 62 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my GMC Sierra 3500.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 55 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my GMC Sierra 3500.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 107 posts

My GMC Sierra 3500 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 117 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my GMC Sierra 3500.

January 26, 2025 Reply

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