[Verified] Best locksmith for 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular key code service

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Hotshot
Member since June 2023 • 47 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular keys?

Posted on September 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Xenowarrior
Member • 45 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular, would this method still work?

September 10, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 74 posts

I’m not alone! My 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular is doing the same thing.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 7 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular, following this thread.

September 12, 2024 Reply

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