[Working] Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn?

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Reddwarf
Member since September 2021 • 54 posts

Looking for my 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 851 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Zerogravity
Member • 120 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 56 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 127 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn too.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 12 posts

I have a 2011 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn, will this method work for that year?

August 11, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 49 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn!

August 12, 2024 Reply

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