[Resolved] Verify 2016 Jeep Wrangler key code before paying dealer

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Goldengate
Member since October 2022 • 51 posts

Need my 2016 Jeep Wrangler's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on November 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 528 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 13, 2024

Replies (3)

Laserbeam
Member • 51 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2016 Jeep Wrangler.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 50 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2016 Jeep Wrangler. Trying this instead.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 22 posts

Does this method work for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler models from 2010 onward?

November 15, 2024 Reply

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