[Success] Dodge Dakota Pickup 4WD won’t crank - all signs point to missing code

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Madhatter
Member since September 2022 • 123 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Dodge Dakota Pickup 4WD?

Posted on February 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dodge Dakota Pickup 4WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 10, 2025

Replies (3)

Flashgordon
Member • 9 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Dodge Dakota Pickup 4WD. Thanks!

February 10, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 21 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Dodge Dakota Pickup 4WD, hope this helps.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 24 posts

My Dodge Dakota Pickup 4WD's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

February 12, 2025 Reply

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