[Update] 1995 Dodge Ram Van 3500 transponder chip missing - can I still start it?

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Goldengate
Member since May 2022 • 93 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 3500 - help?

Posted on November 03, 2024
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 3500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 04, 2024

Replies (5)

Xrayvision
Member • 93 posts

If this works for my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 3500, I owe you big time.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 47 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 3500.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 64 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 3500.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 55 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 3500. This looks promising.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 11 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1995 Dodge Ram Van 3500!

November 08, 2024 Reply

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