[Solved] My 2003 Dodge Neon is bricked - dealer says key code issue

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Javajunkie
Member since July 2023 • 76 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2003 Dodge Neon?

Posted on November 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on November 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Vortexx
Member • 23 posts

My 2003 Dodge Neon refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 86 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2003 Dodge Neon won’t recognize the key.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 7 posts

I’m not alone! My 2003 Dodge Neon is doing the same thing.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 68 posts

My 2003 Dodge Neon won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 150 posts

Anyone try this on a 2003 Dodge Neon with push-button start?

November 27, 2024 Reply

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