[Working] Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 2WD stopped working after jump-start - immobilizer?

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Javajunkie
Member since June 2023 • 53 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 2WD for making new keys?

Posted on August 26, 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 Wagon 2500 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Supernova
Member • 32 posts

Trying this out on my Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 2WD today—hoping it works.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 47 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 2WD?

August 28, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 131 posts

Following this for my Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 2WD. Please update if it works!

August 29, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 7 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 2WD.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 7 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Dodge Ram Wagon 2500 2WD key issue.

August 31, 2024 Reply

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