[Closed] Can car wash access key code for 2009 Dodge Journey?

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Frostbite
Member since March 2022 • 103 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2009 Dodge Journey?

Posted on May 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Dodge Journey. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Echolima
Member • 122 posts

My 2009 Dodge Journey just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 112 posts

Same issue here with my 2009 Dodge Journey, let me know if it works.

May 15, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 61 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2009 Dodge Journey?

May 16, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 108 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2009 Dodge Journey.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 71 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2009 Dodge Journey!

May 18, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 96 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2009 Dodge Journey's key code.

May 19, 2025 Reply

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