[Solved] Dealer charging $150 for Dodge B350 Van 2WD key code - alternatives?

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Netsurfer
Member since February 2022 • 73 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Dodge B350 Van 2WD key?

Posted on August 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1601 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dodge B350 Van 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 19, 2024

Replies (5)

Urbanlegend
Member • 133 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Dodge B350 Van 2WD owner.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 13 posts

My Dodge B350 Van 2WD needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

August 20, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 120 posts

Using this on my Dodge B350 Van 2WD now. Hope it works.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 101 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Dodge B350 Van 2WD owner.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 71 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Dodge B350 Van 2WD. Huge thanks!

August 23, 2024 Reply

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