[Status: Resolved] Where to enter the transponder code in 1996 Dodge Avenger OBD?

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Icedragon
Member since November 2021 • 106 posts

Looking for my 1996 Dodge Avenger's factory key code to program a key

Posted on March 31, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Dodge Avenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Hackman
Member • 120 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1996 Dodge Avenger too.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 28 posts

I’m not alone! My 1996 Dodge Avenger is doing the same thing.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 142 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1996 Dodge Avengers?

April 03, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 130 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1996 Dodge Avenger for days.

April 04, 2025 Reply

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