[Recommended Fix] 2012 Chrysler 300 Base not starting - no key programming code

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Vectorx
Member since June 2023 • 90 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2012 Chrysler 300 Base key fob?

Posted on March 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on March 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Madhatter
Member • 136 posts

My 2012 Chrysler 300 Base is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 128 posts

My 2012 Chrysler 300 Base has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 15, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 92 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2012 Chrysler 300 Base, hope someone can help.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 11 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2012 Chrysler 300 Base.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 46 posts

My 2012 Chrysler 300 Base needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 18, 2025 Reply

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