[Verified] Where's the key code hidden on a Ram 1500 RHO 4WD for key programming?

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How can I access my Ram 1500 RHO 4WD's key code to program new keys?

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Does anyone know if this works on push-start Ram 1500 RHO 4WDs?

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Ram 1500 RHO 4WD.

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