[Issue Closed] 2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500 Cargo won’t unlock or start - key code problem?

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Outlawstar
Member since July 2022 • 101 posts

How can I access my 2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500 Cargo's key code to program new keys?

Posted on November 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 978 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500 Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 29, 2024

Replies (5)

Bluescreen
Member • 59 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500 Cargo. This looks promising.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 133 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500 Cargo. Giving it a go myself.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 120 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500 Cargo?

December 01, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 85 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500 Cargo.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 148 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2003 Dodge Sprinter 3500 Cargo won’t recognize the key.

December 03, 2024 Reply

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