[Fixed] Is it legal to get the immobilizer code online for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

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Javaking
Member since July 2022 • 79 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee keys at the dealer?

Posted on November 18, 2024
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Posted on November 19, 2024

Replies (5)

Quantumflux
Member • 65 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee won’t recognize the key.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 119 posts

Saved me from towing my 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Thanks!

November 20, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 135 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 141 posts

I think my 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Charlie
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My 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

November 23, 2024 Reply

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