[Answered] Does a 2010 2020 RAM 2500_3500 have a key code or just a PIN?

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How to get the key code to program keys for my 2020 RAM 2500_3500?

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Worked on my cousin’s 2020 RAM 2500_3500—might work for mine too.

My 2020 RAM 2500_3500 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

Trying to figure this out for my 2020 RAM 2500_3500 too!

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2020 RAM 2500_3500.

I tried this with my 2020 RAM 2500_3500 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Got a dead key fob for my 2020 RAM 2500_3500. Need the code badly.

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