[Working] Got replacement ECU for 2012 Dodge Nitro, now code doesn’t match

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Vortexx
Member since September 2022 • 149 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2012 Dodge Nitro?

Posted on March 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1727 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Dodge Nitro. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 02, 2025

Replies (3)

Happyfeet
Member • 7 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2012 Dodge Nitro.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 128 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2012 Dodge Nitro too.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 43 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2012 Dodge Nitro—might work for mine too.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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