[Archived] 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Digitalx
Member since December 2022 • 111 posts

Need my 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on November 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Lasertag
Member • 26 posts

I tried this with my 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 07, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 122 posts

Desperate to get my 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad running again. Trying this tonight.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 56 posts

My 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 51 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad too.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 83 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad too!

November 11, 2024 Reply

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