[Status: Resolved] Dealer charging $250 for Chrysler Phaeton code - alternatives?

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Skywalker
Member since December 2021 • 86 posts

Need my Chrysler Phaeton's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on February 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1205 posts

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

Posted on February 05, 2025

Replies (6)

Invisible
Member • 130 posts

My Chrysler Phaeton is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 108 posts

My Chrysler Phaeton's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 35 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Chrysler Phaeton for days.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 26 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Chrysler Phaeton. Trying this instead.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 21 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Chrysler Phaeton.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 59 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Chrysler Phaeton. Giving it a go myself.

February 10, 2025 Reply

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