[Free Fix] How can I find my 1985 Dodge Ram's key code to program a new key?

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Laserbeam
Member since July 2022 • 37 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 1985 Dodge Ram key?

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1908 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Dodge Ram. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Omegared
Member • 7 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1985 Dodge Ram—need the code first.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 19 posts

I’m not alone! My 1985 Dodge Ram is doing the same thing.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 121 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1985 Dodge Ram too.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 74 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1985 Dodge Rams?

February 26, 2025 Reply

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