[Issue Closed] Chrysler Pacifica Touring L Minivan won’t detect key unless I use original - code issue?

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How to find the factory key code to program Chrysler Pacifica Touring L Minivan keys?

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Trying to figure this out for my Chrysler Pacifica Touring L Minivan too!

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Chrysler Pacifica Touring L Minivan.

Will this work if the Chrysler Pacifica Touring L Minivan has an aftermarket alarm?

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