[Working] Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Dodge Ram Van 1500 2WD?

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Viperstrike
Member since February 2022 • 98 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Dodge Ram Van 1500 2WD?

Posted on September 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dodge Ram Van 1500 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 02, 2024

Replies (4)

Deltaforce
Member • 35 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Dodge Ram Van 1500 2WD's key code issue!

September 02, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 58 posts

Trying this out on my Dodge Ram Van 1500 2WD today—hoping it works.

September 03, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 41 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Dodge Ram Van 1500 2WD. Need the code badly.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 92 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Dodge Ram Van 1500 2WD key issue.

September 05, 2024 Reply

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