[Issue Closed] Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport?

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Frostydog
Member since February 2022 • 116 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport keys?

Posted on December 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 891 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Ironwill
Member • 83 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 91 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 138 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport!

December 06, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 93 posts

Been here before with my 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport. Let’s see if this one works.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 147 posts

This just might solve my 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport's ignition issue.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 14 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport.

December 09, 2024 Reply

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