[Issue Closed] Is there a website to get transponder codes for 2012 Ram 3500 Regular Cab?

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Silverbullet
Member since March 2023 • 44 posts

Need my 2012 Ram 3500 Regular Cab's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on December 21, 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 3500 Regular Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 22, 2024

Replies (4)

Hotshot
Member • 12 posts

My 2012 Ram 3500 Regular Cab won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 147 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2012 Ram 3500 Regular Cab for a while.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 61 posts

My 2012 Ram 3500 Regular Cab is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 23 posts

My 2012 Ram 3500 Regular Cab is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 25, 2024 Reply

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