[Working] Can I get the immobilizer code for my 1998 Dodge Avenger from the VIN?

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Ultrasonic
Member since February 2023 • 146 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1998 Dodge Avenger to make a spare key?

Posted on December 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Dodge Avenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 03, 2024

Replies (3)

Zombieslayer
Member • 65 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1998 Dodge Avenger.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 39 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1998 Dodge Avenger, would this method still work?

December 04, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 113 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1998 Dodge Avenger.

December 05, 2024 Reply

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