[Solution] Looking for my 1996 Chrysler Sebring's key code to program a new key fob

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Bob
Member since December 2021 • 85 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1996 Chrysler Sebring to program a key?

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Chrysler Sebring. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (5)

Vortexx
Member • 139 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1996 Chrysler Sebring—need the code first.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 44 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1996 Chrysler Sebring.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 72 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1996 Chrysler Sebring.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 24 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1996 Chrysler Sebring.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 63 posts

Desperate to get my 1996 Chrysler Sebring running again. Trying this tonight.

February 04, 2025 Reply

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