[Working] My 1985 Jeep Scrambler flashes security light - what code is missing?

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Easymoney
Member since July 2022 • 60 posts

How can I obtain my 1985 Jeep Scrambler's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Jeep Scrambler. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 02, 2024

Replies (6)

Madhatter
Member • 83 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1985 Jeep Scrambler as well.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 34 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1985 Jeep Scrambler, following this thread.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 94 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1985 Jeep Scrambler. Giving it a go myself.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 79 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1985 Jeep Scrambler.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 86 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1985 Jeep Scrambler key issues!

October 06, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 5 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1985 Jeep Scramblers?

October 07, 2024 Reply

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