[Recommended Fix] How to read key code from 1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 ignition

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Lionheart
Member since May 2022 • 93 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500

Posted on January 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 30, 2025

Replies (5)

Javaking
Member • 69 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 119 posts

My 1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 76 posts

Just tried this on my 1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500—anyone else have success?

February 01, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 35 posts

My 1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 66 posts

My 1999 Dodge Ram Wagon 3500 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

February 03, 2025 Reply

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