Option 1: Visit a GMC Dealership
1. Gather necessary information: Prepare the following details about your vehicle:
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- Proof of ownership (title, registration, or insurance card)
- Current key code or proof of keyless entry system (if available)
2. Contact a GMC Dealership: Locate the nearest GMC dealership and contact the parts or service department.
3. Provide vehicle details: Share the information you gathered with the dealership representative, including the VIN and proof of ownership.
4. Key cutting and programming: The dealership may cut a new key based on the key code or program a new keyless entry system if necessary.
Option 2: Automotive Locksmith
1. Research locksmiths: Search for reputable automotive locksmiths in your area that specialize in key replacements for older vehicles.
2. Contact a locksmith: Get in touch with the chosen locksmith and explain your situation. Ensure they have experience working with classic vehicles.
3. Provide vehicle details: Share the VIN and other necessary details about your truck with the locksmith.
4. Key creation: The locksmith may have a key blank that can be cut and programmed to match your vehicle's ignition system.
5. Installation: The locksmith can install the new key and, if applicable, program it to work with your vehicle's anti-theft system.
Note:
- The cost of key replacement can vary depending on the method you choose and the services provided by the dealership or locksmith.
- If the original keys are lost without any existing key codes, the locksmith or dealership may need to disassemble the ignition cylinder or door lock to obtain the necessary information for key creation.
Remember to take your vehicle's VIN and proof of ownership when visiting the dealership or locksmith. Having this documentation can help ensure that you receive the correct keys for your 1986 GMC truck.
