[Working] 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab key code lookup - what info do I need?

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Outlawstar
Member since July 2023 • 124 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab to make keys?

Posted on March 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 20, 2025

Replies (5)

Techwiz
Member • 150 posts

Was about to tow my 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab. Let me try this first.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 133 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab all week. Hope this helps.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 107 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab—need the code first.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 56 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 18 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1994 Dodge Dakota Club Cab, following this thread.

March 24, 2025 Reply

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