[Fixed] 1998 Chrysler Concorde won’t detect chipped key - reprogram failed

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Rustyshack
Member since August 2022 • 45 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 1998 Chrysler Concorde for key programming?

Posted on February 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1744 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Chrysler Concorde. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 21, 2025

Replies (5)

Goldenret
Member • 80 posts

If this works for my 1998 Chrysler Concorde, I owe you big time.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 76 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1998 Chrysler Concorde won’t recognize the key.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 122 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1998 Chrysler Concorde.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 36 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1998 Chrysler Concorde, hope someone can help.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 15 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1998 Chrysler Concorde key issue.

February 25, 2025 Reply

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