[Solution] Need to program a key for my Ram C V Tradesman but don’t have the code

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Outlawstar
Member since December 2021 • 20 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Ram C V Tradesman

Posted on September 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1858 posts

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

Posted on September 13, 2024

Replies (3)

Jumpman
Member • 136 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Ram C V Tradesman.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 102 posts

Does this method work for the Ram C V Tradesman models from 2010 onward?

September 14, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 146 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Ram C V Tradesmans?

September 15, 2024 Reply

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