[Free Fix] Dealer wants $$$ for 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular code - any other options?

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Flashgordon
Member since December 2021 • 40 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular?

Posted on December 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 09, 2024

Replies (3)

Zetajones
Member • 112 posts

I tried this with my 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular but still no luck. Any suggestions?

December 09, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 30 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular won’t recognize the key.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 124 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 Regular—might work for mine too.

December 11, 2024 Reply

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