[Solved] Dealer claims GMC Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD key code is proprietary

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How can I access my GMC Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD's key code to program new keys?

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Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my GMC Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD.

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my GMC Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD!

My GMC Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

Would love to see a video version of this for a GMC Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD.

I’ve been locked out of my GMC Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD all week. Hope this helps.

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my GMC Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD.

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