[Solved] Trying to match new key to Dodge Custom 880 ECU - stuck

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Karmapolice
Member since December 2022 • 126 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Dodge Custom 880

Posted on December 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dodge Custom 880. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Kingkong
Member • 36 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Dodge Custom 880 too.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 76 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Dodge Custom 880?

December 12, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 124 posts

Was about to give up on my Dodge Custom 880, but this gives me hope.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 124 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Dodge Custom 880.

December 14, 2024 Reply

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