[Free Tool] Locked out of diagnostics - 2012 Chrysler Town Country asks for access code

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Icedragon
Member since June 2023 • 36 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2012 Chrysler Town Country for key programming?

Posted on March 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Chrysler Town Country. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 06, 2025

Replies (5)

Timemachine
Member • 141 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2012 Chrysler Town Country?

March 06, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 91 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2012 Chrysler Town Country.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 83 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2012 Chrysler Town Country all week. Hope this helps.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 44 posts

Was about to tow my 2012 Chrysler Town Country. Let me try this first.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 139 posts

Really need the key code for my 2012 Chrysler Town Country, thanks for sharing!

March 10, 2025 Reply

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