[Free Fix] 1995 Dodge Ram Van 2500 ECU swap - need to pair new keys?

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Luckyluke
Member since December 2022 • 127 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 2500?

Posted on March 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1995 Dodge Ram Van 2500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 11, 2025

Replies (5)

Zombieking
Member • 87 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1995 Dodge Ram Van 2500, would this method still work?

March 11, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 24 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1995 Dodge Ram Van 2500 owner.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 35 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 2500. Huge thanks!

March 13, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 22 posts

Same issue here with my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 2500, let me know if it works.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 99 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 2500.

March 15, 2025 Reply

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