[Completed] Any luck getting the 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab PIN code without original key?

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Timemachine
Member since February 2023 • 118 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab?

Posted on May 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1973 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 12, 2025

Replies (6)

Blackbelt
Member • 26 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 59 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab. Giving it a go myself.

May 13, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 43 posts

Will this work for older 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cabs? Mine's a 2009.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 51 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab's mystery code.

May 15, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 28 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 18 posts

Anyone try this on a 2017 Ram 3500 Mega Cab with push-button start?

May 17, 2025 Reply

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