[Completed] All keys lost for 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn, how to retrieve code?

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Electriceel
Member since December 2022 • 93 posts

Need my 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on September 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1752 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Quantumpie
Member • 118 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 5 posts

My 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

September 26, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 107 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn. This might do it.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 17 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn!

September 28, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 28 posts

Anyone try this on a 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn with push-button start?

September 29, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 43 posts

Saved me from towing my 2016 RAM 2500 Longhorn. Thanks!

September 30, 2024 Reply

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