[Resolved] Need key code for 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk bought at auction

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Crazycat
Member since April 2022 • 139 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk

Posted on August 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 10, 2024

Replies (5)

Wildcard
Member • 47 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk. This looks promising.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 142 posts

My 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk just blinks. I think this might fix it.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 71 posts

I tried this with my 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk but still no luck. Any suggestions?

August 12, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 49 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Yellowjacket
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This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk owner.

August 14, 2024 Reply

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