[Status: Resolved] Code problem on RAM Tradesman Cargo Van - can’t drive it

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Lasertag
Member since December 2022 • 138 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my RAM Tradesman Cargo Van?

Posted on May 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 878 posts

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

Posted on May 20, 2025

Replies (6)

Flashgordon
Member • 64 posts

Trying this on my RAM Tradesman Cargo Van later. Will report back.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 92 posts

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

May 21, 2025 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 42 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my RAM Tradesman Cargo Van. Trying this instead.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 112 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my RAM Tradesman Cargo Van.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 23 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my RAM Tradesman Cargo Van. Trying this now.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 80 posts

Does this method work for the RAM Tradesman Cargo Van models from 2010 onward?

May 25, 2025 Reply

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