[Free Tool] Code card missing from my RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van, stuck now

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Ironwill
Member since January 2023 • 133 posts

Where's the key code located on a RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van for key programming?

Posted on November 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1945 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Xenogamer
Member • 14 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 40 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van before?

November 06, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 69 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van!

November 07, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 37 posts

Will this work if the RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van has an aftermarket alarm?

November 08, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 139 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van—need the code first.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 28 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my RAM Promaster 2500 Cargo Van.

November 10, 2024 Reply

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