[Completed] Key code not working on my 2000 Dodge Caravan SE

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Digitalnomad
Member since February 2023 • 31 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2000 Dodge Caravan SE

Posted on December 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 817 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Dodge Caravan SE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (6)

Omegadog
Member • 54 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2000 Dodge Caravan SE.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 67 posts

Trying this on my 2000 Dodge Caravan SE later. Will report back.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 119 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2000 Dodge Caravan SE.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 44 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2000 Dodge Caravan SE's key code.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 127 posts

Key code problems with my 2000 Dodge Caravan SE as well. Subscribed!

December 31, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 6 posts

My 2000 Dodge Caravan SE is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

January 01, 2025 Reply

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