[Issue Closed] Third party key code service for 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular

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Greengiant
Member since March 2023 • 29 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular?

Posted on December 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1834 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Oldschool
Member • 148 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular too.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 66 posts

This just might solve my 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular's ignition issue.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 67 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular key code too.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 21 posts

My 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 18, 2024 Reply

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