[Solution] Key cloning didn’t work - 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad still needs code

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Viperstrike
Member since March 2023 • 27 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad

Posted on October 31, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1876 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 01, 2024

Replies (5)

Quantumx
Member • 50 posts

My 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 140 posts

Will this work for older 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Quads? Mine's a 2009.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 100 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad, hope this helps.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 16 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 105 posts

Worked for someone with a 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad? Need to hear it!

November 05, 2024 Reply

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