[Working] 2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 won't start after battery swap - need transponder code?

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Vortexx
Member since June 2023 • 139 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 - where's the key code?

Posted on August 07, 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 Wagon 1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Bob
Member • 130 posts

My 2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

August 08, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 73 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 49 posts

My 2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 29 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 key issues!

August 11, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 130 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500. Giving it a go myself.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 138 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2002 Dodge Ram Wagon 1500 key issues!

August 13, 2024 Reply

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