[It Worked!] Looking for my 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500's key code to program a new key fob

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Redalert
Member since July 2023 • 63 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500?

Posted on August 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 01, 2024

Replies (6)

Nighthawk
Member • 72 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500. Giving it a go myself.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 32 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 55 posts

This thread might save my 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500. Thanks everyone!

September 03, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 141 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 17 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500?

September 05, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 96 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2001 Dodge Ram Van 1500.

September 06, 2024 Reply

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