[Method] Stuck at home with my Dodge Charger Concept - immobilizer won’t let me start

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Goldenret
Member since December 2021 • 59 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Dodge Charger Concept for key programming?

Posted on August 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 869 posts

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

Posted on August 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Redalert
Member • 11 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Dodge Charger Concept.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 55 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Dodge Charger Concept's key code issue!

August 29, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 96 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Dodge Charger Concept?

August 30, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 115 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Dodge Charger Concept. This is a lifesaver.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 109 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Dodge Charger Concept.

September 01, 2024 Reply

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