[Free Fix] Need new fob programmed for 1996 Dodge Ram Van 1500, but don’t have code

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Digitalnomad
Member since July 2023 • 57 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 1996 Dodge Ram Van 1500 for key programming?

Posted on April 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on April 05, 2025

Replies (3)

Whiterabbit
Member • 76 posts

My 1996 Dodge Ram Van 1500 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 72 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1996 Dodge Ram Van 1500?

April 06, 2025 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 11 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1996 Dodge Ram Van 1500 key issues!

April 07, 2025 Reply

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