[Update] Key code alternatives when all else fails for Dodge 100 Kew

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How can I find my Dodge 100 Kew's key code to program a new key?

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Trying this on my Dodge 100 Kew later. Will report back.

My Dodge 100 Kew won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

Finally, something that might help with my Dodge 100 Kew's key code issue!

My Dodge 100 Kew won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

Struggling with the same issue on my Dodge 100 Kew, following this thread.

My Dodge 100 Kew won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

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