[Confirmed] How can I retrieve my 2004 Dodge Dakota SLT's key code to make a spare key?

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Papasmurf
Member since December 2022 • 116 posts

Looking for my 2004 Dodge Dakota SLT's factory key code to program a key

Posted on October 18, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on October 19, 2024

Replies (3)

Electricboog
Member • 65 posts

Desperate to get my 2004 Dodge Dakota SLT running again. Trying this tonight.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 11 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2004 Dodge Dakota SLT too.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 57 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2004 Dodge Dakota SLT?

October 21, 2024 Reply

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