[Verified] Dealer wants proof for 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie key code - why?

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Hotrod
Member since June 2023 • 13 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie?

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Misterx
Member • 89 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie, hope this helps.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 73 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 113 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie won’t recognize the key.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 34 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie key issues!

November 24, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 11 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie!

November 25, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 118 posts

I think my 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

November 26, 2024 Reply

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