[Solution] Chrysler 300 S Sedan immobilizer module mismatch - how to fix?

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Chrysler 300 S Sedan

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This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Chrysler 300 S Sedan owner.

Same issue here with my Chrysler 300 S Sedan, let me know if it works.

Trying this on my Chrysler 300 S Sedan later. Will report back.

I really hope this trick works on my Chrysler 300 S Sedan.

I think my Chrysler 300 S Sedan has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

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