[Closed] Key code problem with my Dodge D Series, need help

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Redalert
Member since September 2021 • 149 posts

Looking for my Dodge D Series's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on January 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 976 posts

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

Posted on January 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Ultraman
Member • 129 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Dodge D Series.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 69 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Dodge D Series as well.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 46 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Dodge D Series.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 24 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Dodge D Series!

January 17, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 90 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Dodge D Series.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 106 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Dodge D Series won’t recognize the key.

January 19, 2025 Reply

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