[Status: Resolved] Fob reprogram failed on 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab - need key code

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Betatest
Member since April 2022 • 88 posts

Looking for my 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab's factory key code to program a key

Posted on December 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 753 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 03, 2024

Replies (5)

Madhatter
Member • 99 posts

Desperate to get my 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab running again. Trying this tonight.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 76 posts

My 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 04, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 60 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cabs?

December 05, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 109 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab. This might do it.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 79 posts

Following this for my 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab. Please update if it works!

December 07, 2024 Reply

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