[Method] Where's the key code stored in my 1992 Dodge Ram Van B250 for key programming?

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Looking for my 1992 Dodge Ram Van B250's key code to program a new key fob

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My 1992 Dodge Ram Van B250 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

My 1992 Dodge Ram Van B250 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

Worked on my cousin’s 1992 Dodge Ram Van B250—might work for mine too.

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1992 Dodge Ram Van B250 too.

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