[Working] Dealer claims 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis key code is proprietary

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Wildcard
Member since September 2021 • 132 posts

How to get my 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on October 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1217 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 14, 2024

Replies (6)

Alphabeta
Member • 6 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 150 posts

My 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Diana
Member • 145 posts

Was about to tow my 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis. Let me try this first.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 81 posts

My 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 14 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis this hard?!

October 18, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 18 posts

Saved me from towing my 2009 Dodge Ram Cab Chassis. Thanks!

October 19, 2024 Reply

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