[Confirmed Fix] 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee won’t detect chipped key - reprogram failed

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Bob
Member since August 2023 • 37 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Posted on October 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 14, 2024

Replies (6)

Yellowfin
Member • 17 posts

I have the same 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 90 posts

Key code problems with my 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee as well. Subscribed!

October 15, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 75 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 18 posts

Really need the key code for my 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee, thanks for sharing!

October 17, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 136 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee this hard?!

October 18, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 62 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee!

October 19, 2024 Reply

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