[Free Solution] How to read key code from 2012 RAM 1500 Laramie Longhorn ignition

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Platinumblonde
Member since May 2023 • 127 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2012 RAM 1500 Laramie Longhorn?

Posted on November 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 RAM 1500 Laramie Longhorn. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 26, 2024

Replies (3)

Superfly
Member • 52 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2012 RAM 1500 Laramie Longhorn key code too.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 26 posts

My 2012 RAM 1500 Laramie Longhorn just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 73 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2012 RAM 1500 Laramie Longhorn.

November 28, 2024 Reply

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