[Solved] My 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Ironwill
Member since April 2022 • 132 posts

Need my 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on August 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1355 posts

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

Posted on August 28, 2024

Replies (6)

Invisible
Member • 65 posts

My 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 9 posts

My 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 146 posts

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

August 30, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 64 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 17 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup—need the code first.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 98 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup.

September 02, 2024 Reply

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