[Method] Where's the key code hidden on my Dodge Charger SRT8 for key programming?

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Where's the key code stored in my Dodge Charger SRT8 for key programming?

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Looking for the same thing for my Dodge Charger SRT8, hope someone can help.

I really hope this trick works on my Dodge Charger SRT8.

My Dodge Charger SRT8 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

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