[Free Solution] Key code problem with my 2017 Jeep Patriot, need help

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Thunderbolt
Member since April 2022 • 61 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2017 Jeep Patriot - help?

Posted on March 25, 2025
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Posted on March 26, 2025

Replies (6)

Xenogamer
Member • 103 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2017 Jeep Patriot too.

March 26, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 43 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2017 Jeep Patriot—need the code first.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 40 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2017 Jeep Patriot too.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 22 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2017 Jeep Patriot's mystery code.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 36 posts

I think my 2017 Jeep Patriot has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 42 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2017 Jeep Patriot too!

March 31, 2025 Reply

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