[Resolved] Emergency key code service for 2020 RAM 1500 owners

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Wizardoz
Member since May 2022 • 40 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2020 RAM 1500 key fob?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1971 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 RAM 1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Ironwill
Member • 132 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2020 RAM 1500.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 36 posts

Using this on my 2020 RAM 1500 now. Hope it works.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 109 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2020 RAM 1500's key code.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 57 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2020 RAM 1500. Thanks!

December 19, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 98 posts

Been here before with my 2020 RAM 1500. Let’s see if this one works.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 139 posts

Will this work if the 2020 RAM 1500 has an aftermarket alarm?

December 21, 2024 Reply

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