[Solved] How to find the factory key code to program 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500 keys?

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Ghostrider
Member since April 2023 • 107 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500 to program a key?

Posted on March 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Killerinst
Member • 7 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500—need the code first.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 82 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Grace
Member • 149 posts

Been stuck with my 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500 for weeks. This might be the fix.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 65 posts

Using this on my 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500 now. Hope it works.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 145 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 54 posts

My 2000 Dodge Ram Van 1500 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 19, 2025 Reply

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