[Fixed] Dodge Viper Competition Coupe remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Where's the key code hidden on a Dodge Viper Competition Coupe for key programming?

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Will this work if the Dodge Viper Competition Coupe has an aftermarket alarm?

Great info! Needed this for my old Dodge Viper Competition Coupe.

Really need the key code for my Dodge Viper Competition Coupe, thanks for sharing!

I’ve been locked out of my Dodge Viper Competition Coupe all week. Hope this helps.

Will this work if the Dodge Viper Competition Coupe has an aftermarket alarm?

Can’t believe this worked on my Dodge Viper Competition Coupe. Huge thanks!

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