[Solved] Chrysler 300 AWD immobilizer not responding after new key

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Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Chrysler 300 AWD?

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Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Chrysler 300 AWD for a while.

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Chrysler 300 AWD.

Appreciate any advice—my Chrysler 300 AWD won’t recognize the key.

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