[Free Tool] Stuck programming my 1987 Dodge Ram key - missing vital code

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Alphawolf
Member since August 2022 • 107 posts

How can I retrieve my 1987 Dodge Ram's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on November 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 682 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1987 Dodge Ram. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 06, 2024

Replies (5)

Jokersmile
Member • 101 posts

My 1987 Dodge Ram is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 24 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1987 Dodge Ram.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 101 posts

My 1987 Dodge Ram has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 08, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 7 posts

I tried this with my 1987 Dodge Ram but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 09, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 141 posts

This just might solve my 1987 Dodge Ram's ignition issue.

November 10, 2024 Reply

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