[Success] Need the factory key code to program a key for my GMC Sonoma 4WD

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Gizmoguy
Member since March 2023 • 71 posts

Looking for my GMC Sonoma 4WD's key code to program a new key

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1120 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the GMC Sonoma 4WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Madhatter
Member • 76 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my GMC Sonoma 4WD.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 30 posts

My GMC Sonoma 4WD is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 136 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my GMC Sonoma 4WD. Trying this instead.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 71 posts

Will this work if the GMC Sonoma 4WD has an aftermarket alarm?

August 24, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 19 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my GMC Sonoma 4WD key issue.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 103 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my GMC Sonoma 4WD as well.

August 26, 2024 Reply

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