[Free Solution] Need help finding my 1979 Jeep CJ5's key code

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Redbaron
Member since October 2022 • 16 posts

Looking for my 1979 Jeep CJ5's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on January 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1979 Jeep CJ5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 20, 2025

Replies (4)

Vortexx
Member • 105 posts

Same problem on my 1979 Jeep CJ5. Watching for any working solutions.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 61 posts

My 1979 Jeep CJ5 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 104 posts

Will this work for older 1979 Jeep CJ5s? Mine's a 2009.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 142 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1979 Jeep CJ5 all week. Hope this helps.

January 23, 2025 Reply

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