[Archived] How do I retrieve the key code for my 2003 Dodge Caravan Cargo to program a key?

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Purplehaze
Member since February 2023 • 123 posts

Looking for my 2003 Dodge Caravan Cargo's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on February 03, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 924 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Dodge Caravan Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 04, 2025

Replies (5)

Whitenoise
Member • 26 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2003 Dodge Caravan Cargo.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 15 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2003 Dodge Caravan Cargo.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 79 posts

Same problem on my 2003 Dodge Caravan Cargo. Watching for any working solutions.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 34 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2003 Dodge Caravan Cargo.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 11 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2003 Dodge Caravan Cargo.

February 08, 2025 Reply

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