[Archived] How do I tell if my 1996 Dodge Stealth uses a transponder?

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Windwalker
Member since July 2022 • 79 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 1996 Dodge Stealth for key programming?

Posted on November 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1524 posts

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

Posted on November 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Whiteknight
Member • 6 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 1996 Dodge Stealth. Trying this now.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 102 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1996 Dodge Stealth, following this thread.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 32 posts

Will this work for older 1996 Dodge Stealths? Mine's a 2009.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 94 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1996 Dodge Stealth.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 116 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1996 Dodge Stealth, following this thread.

November 21, 2024 Reply

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