[Solution] Can tire shop access key code for 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500?

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Bluesteel
Member since July 2022 • 130 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500

Posted on February 03, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 806 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Thunderbolt
Member • 68 posts

Does this method work for the 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500 models from 2010 onward?

February 04, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 16 posts

My 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 113 posts

My 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

February 06, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 93 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 67 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 129 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1996 Dodge Ram Van 3500?

February 09, 2025 Reply

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