[Answered] Chrysler Plainsman key not recognized - what code should I enter?

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Frostydog
Member since November 2021 • 142 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Chrysler Plainsman for key programming?

Posted on January 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1657 posts

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

Posted on January 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Neontiger
Member • 136 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Chrysler Plainsman owner.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 77 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Chrysler Plainsman.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 92 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Chrysler Plainsman.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 82 posts

Was about to give up on my Chrysler Plainsman, but this gives me hope.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 93 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Chrysler Plainsman.

January 18, 2025 Reply

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