[Completed] Trying to reprogram key for Chrysler Thunderbolt, don’t have PIN

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Looking for my Chrysler Thunderbolt's key code to program a new key fob

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Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Chrysler Thunderbolt before?

I’ve got a 2012 Chrysler Thunderbolt, would this method still work?

My Chrysler Thunderbolt needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

Been searching everywhere for help with my Chrysler Thunderbolt's key code.

Would love to see a video version of this for a Chrysler Thunderbolt.

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