[Update] Fob reprogram failed on 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500 - need key code

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Omegadog
Member since August 2022 • 95 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500

Posted on December 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 03, 2024

Replies (4)

Xenoking
Member • 115 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500's key code.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 106 posts

This just might solve my 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500's ignition issue.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 87 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500's mystery code.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 32 posts

I have the same 2003 Dodge Ram Van 1500 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 06, 2024 Reply

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