[Confirmed Fix] Need my 2016 Ram ProMaster City's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Papasmurf
Member since October 2022 • 52 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2016 Ram ProMaster City?

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Ram ProMaster City. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Techlord
Member • 65 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2016 Ram ProMaster City!

April 14, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 134 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2016 Ram ProMaster City too!

April 15, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 46 posts

My 2016 Ram ProMaster City is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 37 posts

Same issue here with my 2016 Ram ProMaster City, let me know if it works.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 10 posts

Same problem on my 2016 Ram ProMaster City. Watching for any working solutions.

April 18, 2025 Reply

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