[Update] Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Ram 1500 Classic 2WD?

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Cosmicray
Member since February 2022 • 16 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Ram 1500 Classic 2WD for key programming?

Posted on April 05, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1440 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ram 1500 Classic 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 06, 2025

Replies (4)

Ultrasonic
Member • 54 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Ram 1500 Classic 2WD for days.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 120 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Ram 1500 Classic 2WD!

April 07, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 73 posts

Trying this on my Ram 1500 Classic 2WD later. Will report back.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 91 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Ram 1500 Classic 2WD?

April 09, 2025 Reply

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