[Update] Dealer vs locksmith for Jeep Liberty Cherokee 2WD key code

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Looking for my Jeep Liberty Cherokee 2WD's key code to program a new key

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Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Jeep Liberty Cherokee 2WD.

I’ve been locked out of my Jeep Liberty Cherokee 2WD all week. Hope this helps.

Following along—same issue with my Jeep Liberty Cherokee 2WD.

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