[Free Tool] How do I tell if my RAM 1500 Night Crew Pickup uses a transponder?

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Uncleben
Member since September 2022 • 126 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my RAM 1500 Night Crew Pickup?

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the RAM 1500 Night Crew Pickup. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 11, 2025

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Jedimaster
Member • 38 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my RAM 1500 Night Crew Pickup, following this thread.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 92 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my RAM 1500 Night Crew Pickup key issue.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 122 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my RAM 1500 Night Crew Pickup!

February 13, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
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Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my RAM 1500 Night Crew Pickup. This is a lifesaver.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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