[Confirmed] Dealer charging $250 for 2000 Peterbilt Model 359 code - alternatives?

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Xenomorph
Member since May 2023 • 32 posts

How can I access my 2000 Peterbilt Model 359's key code to program new keys?

Posted on April 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1994 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Peterbilt Model 359. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 26, 2025

Replies (5)

Quantumx
Member • 8 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2000 Peterbilt Model 359 too.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 41 posts

I tried this with my 2000 Peterbilt Model 359 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 27, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 135 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2000 Peterbilt Model 359?

April 28, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 19 posts

My 2000 Peterbilt Model 359 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 33 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2000 Peterbilt Model 359's key code.

April 30, 2025 Reply

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