[Method] Key won’t work on my Dodge Magnum - is it the PIN code?

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Where can I locate the key code to program a Dodge Magnum key?

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Desperate to get my Dodge Magnum running again. Trying this tonight.

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Dodge Magnum?

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Dodge Magnum.

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Dodge Magnum. Trying this instead.

My Dodge Magnum refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

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

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