[Solution] Where's the key code stored on a 1995 Dodge Stratus for programming keys?

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Steelwolf
Member since December 2022 • 81 posts

How can I retrieve my 1995 Dodge Stratus's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on May 21, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1325 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1995 Dodge Stratus. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 22, 2025

Replies (6)

Megabyte
Member • 61 posts

Just what I needed! My 1995 Dodge Stratus has been acting up lately.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 139 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1995 Dodge Stratus.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 25 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1995 Dodge Stratus. Thanks!

May 24, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 131 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1995 Dodge Stratus all week. Hope this helps.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 140 posts

Same problem on my 1995 Dodge Stratus. Watching for any working solutions.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 17 posts

Worked for someone with a 1995 Dodge Stratus? Need to hear it!

May 27, 2025 Reply

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