GMC Key Programming
GMC is a GM — and on 2014-and-older models most keys program yourself at home, no dealer and no tools. Newer trucks and Global B models need an automotive locksmith with a scan tool; we tell you which below. Find your model.
Find your GMC model
Tap your model, then match your key to the photo. Each picture links to that exact key if you need a replacement.
GMC Acadia
2007–2017 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2007–2016 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2017+ · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
GMC Canyon
2005–2012 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2015–2024 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
2015+ · Keyless Remote Locksmith
On the 2014-and-newer GM trucks this remote needs an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still well under dealer pricing.
GMC Envoy
2002–2009 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
GMC Jimmy
1999–2005 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
GMC Safari
2000–2007 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
GMC Savana
2000–2007 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2008–2014 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2015+ · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
GMC Sierra
1995–2006 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2007–2013 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2014–2024 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
2007–2013 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2014+ · Keyless Remote Locksmith
On the 2014-and-newer GM trucks this remote needs an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still well under dealer pricing.
2019–2020 · Smart Key Locksmith
Push-to-start key on GM’s Global B system — programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool. Still beats dealer pricing.
2021+ · Smart Key Locksmith
Push-to-start key on GM’s Global B system — programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool. Still beats dealer pricing.
GMC Sonoma
1995–1998 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
GMC Terrain
2010+ · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2010–2019 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2018+ · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
GMC Yukon
1995–2006 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2007–2014 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2015–2021 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
2007–2014 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2015–2019 · Keyless Remote Locksmith
On the 2014-and-newer GM trucks this remote needs an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still well under dealer pricing.
2015–2020 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2021+ · Smart Key Locksmith
Push-to-start key on GM’s Global B system — programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool. Still beats dealer pricing.
Push-to-start smart key — do it yourself
Your GMC has the relearn built in. Get the new key’s emergency blade cut to your truck first (any shop can do it), then pick the path that fits.
If you have two working smart keys (about 10 minutes)
- Place both working smart keys in the cupholder.
- On the driver’s door, pop off the lock-cylinder cap and slip the door key into the slot underneath to lift the cover off.
- Insert the new key’s cut blade into that lock and turn to UNLOCK five times within 10 seconds — the dash reads “Ready for Remote.”
- Set the new key in the center-console transmitter pocket and press ENGINE START/STOP; the dash confirms when it’s learned.
- Press LOCK or UNLOCK to finalize, hold START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit, then test.
If all your keys are lost (about 30 minutes, no tools)
- Pop the driver’s-door lock cap, insert the cut blade, and turn to UNLOCK five times within 10 seconds.
- Wait 10 minutes until the dash says “Press Start to Learn,” then press START/STOP. Repeat the wait-and-press three times total.
- After the third round, set the key in the transmitter pocket, press START/STOP, then LOCK/UNLOCK to finalize. Hold START/STOP 12 seconds to exit, and test.
Flip key & chipped key — do it yourself
GMC’s immobilizer relearn is built into the truck — no tools either way. Add a spare in minutes with a working key, or do the timed relearn from scratch.
Adding a spare (you have one working key — about 5 minutes)
- Insert your working key and turn to ON/RUN (just short of cranking).
- Turn back to OFF/LOCK and remove the key.
- Within 5 seconds, insert the new key and turn to ON/RUN. The security light goes out — it’s programmed.
- Remove the key to finish, repeat for any others, then test.
All keys lost (no working key — about 30 minutes)
- Insert your new cut key and turn to ON/RUN (don’t crank). The security light comes on.
- Leave it ON and wait about 10 minutes until the light turns off.
- Turn OFF for about 5 seconds.
- Repeat that ON → 10-minute wait → OFF cycle three times total — the truck relearns on the third pass.
- Start the engine to confirm, then test.
Keyless-entry remote — do it yourself
These GM keyless remotes learn right from the dash — no tools, about 5 minutes. Have every remote you want working with you (existing plus new), because the relearn clears the old ones — program them all in one session. Pick the method that matches your dash.
If your radio has a display screen (DISP button)
- Insert the key and turn the ignition to ON/ACC — just shy of cranking the engine.
- Press and hold the DISP button on the radio for 5–10 seconds, until the settings menu appears.
- Press SEEK up or down until “FOB PROG” shows on the display.
- Press PREV or NEXT to open the sub-menu — it will read “BEGIN.”
- Press DISP to enter programming mode.
- When “PUSH FOB” appears, press and hold LOCK and UNLOCK together for 15 seconds on the first remote. The vehicle chimes to confirm.
- Repeat for every remote you want to use, including your existing ones.
- Scroll until “EXIT” shows and press DISP to finish — the vehicle chimes again. Test every button.
If your dash has no display screen (trip-odometer button)
- Insert the key and turn the ignition to ON/ACC — just shy of cranking.
- Press the Trip Odometer Reset button until “RELEARN REMOTE KEY” is displayed.
- Press and hold the Trip Odometer Reset button for 3 seconds, until “REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE” shows — you’re now in programming mode.
- Press and hold LOCK and UNLOCK together for 15 seconds on the first remote. The vehicle chimes to confirm.
- Repeat for any additional remotes, including your existing ones.
- Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key to exit. Test every button.
Need your GMC key?
Find your exact match and we’ll ship it fast, ready to program.