[Answered] Trying to flash ECU on 1992 Eagle Premier, code mismatch error

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Firestarter
Member since December 2021 • 98 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 1992 Eagle Premier - where's the key code?

Posted on December 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Eagle Premier. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Pandaexpress
Member • 37 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1992 Eagle Premier too!

December 29, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 90 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1992 Eagle Premier.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 120 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1992 Eagle Premier!

December 31, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 70 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1992 Eagle Premier!

January 01, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 128 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1992 Eagle Premier. Giving it a go myself.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 62 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1992 Eagle Premier.

January 03, 2025 Reply

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