[Success] How to find the key code to program keys for my Dodge 1500?

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Quickdraw
Member since May 2022 • 99 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Dodge 1500 to make keys?

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dodge 1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Steelwolf
Member • 141 posts

Following this for my Dodge 1500. Please update if it works!

December 18, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 10 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Dodge 1500—need the code first.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 6 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Dodge 1500.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 126 posts

Just tried this on my Dodge 1500—anyone else have success?

December 21, 2024 Reply

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