[Success] Where's the key code hidden on my 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad for key programming?

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Karmaking
Member since December 2021 • 144 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad for key programming?

Posted on April 20, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 21, 2025

Replies (3)

Kungfupanda
Member • 102 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 54 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad's key code.

April 22, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 40 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad—might work for mine too.

April 23, 2025 Reply

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