Dodge Key Fob Programming

We cover 213 Dodge model years, and 110 of them can be done at home. On most of those you can add a key yourself with two working keys, or reprogram the remotes if one already works. Age is the dividing line. Vehicles from 2010 on need a locksmith or dealer to add a key. The Dart needs a pro on every year we cover. Most Dodge fobs take a CR2032, and some older ones take a CR2016.

Choose your Dodge model for programming steps, the battery it uses, and the correct replacement fob with FCC ID and part number — 213 model years across 20 models.

A brass dot marks models with verified replacement-fob data (FCC ID + part number).

Can you program a Dodge key fob yourself?

On 110 of the 213 model years we cover (52%). The rest need a locksmith or dealer. Dodge uses 4 different onboard procedures:

Chrysler and Dodge Add a Key With Two Working Keys
76 model years · Avenger (2008–2014); Caliber (2007–2012); Caravan (2001–2007); Challenger (2008–2009); Charger (2006–2009); Durango (2001–2003, 2008); Grand Caravan (2002–2009); Intrepid (1998–2004); Journey (2009); Magnum (2005–2008); Neon (2000–2005); Nitro (2007–2009, 2011); RAM 1500 (2002–2005, 2009); RAM 2500 (2002–2005, 2009); RAM 3500 (2002–2005, 2009); RAM 4500 (2008)
Dodge and Chrysler Remote Programming With a Working Remote
41 model years · Caravan (1999–2000); Dakota (2001–2004); Durango (2001–2003); Grand Caravan (2001–2003); Intrepid (1998, 2001–2004); Neon (2000–2005); RAM 1500 (2002–2005); RAM 2500 (2002–2005); RAM 3500 (2002–2005); Stratus (2002–2003); Viper (2003–2006)
Dodge Transponder Key Programming With Two Working Keys
24 model years · Dakota (2005–2010); Durango (2004–2010); RAM 1500 (2006–2008); RAM 2500 (2006–2008); RAM 3500 (2006–2008); Stratus (2002–2003)
Dodge Remote Programming for Non-Transponder Vehicles
22 model years · Dakota (2005–2010); Durango (2004–2007, 2009–2010); Magnum (2005); RAM 1500 (2006–2008); RAM 2500 (2006–2008); RAM 3500 (2006–2008)

Locksmith or dealer only: Dart (2013–2016).

What battery does a Dodge key fob take?

Mostly the CR2032, which covers 188 of 213 model years. Dodge also uses the CR2016, so check your model and year before you buy.

Key fob battery by Dodge model and year
Battery	Model years	Models
CR2032 battery on Amazon	188	Avenger (2008–2014); Caliber (2007–2012); Caravan (1999–2007); Challenger (2008–2021); Charger (2006–2021); Dakota (2001–2010); Dart (2013–2016); Durango (2001–2020); Grand Caravan (1999–2015); Intrepid (2001–2004); Journey (2009–2020); Magnum (2005–2008); Nitro (2007–2011); RAM 1500 (2003–2018); RAM 2500 (2003–2018); RAM 3500 (2003–2018); RAM 4500 (2008–2013); Stratus (2002–2003); Viper (2003–2006)
CR2016 battery on Amazon	25	Dakota (1999–2000); Durango (1999–2000); Intrepid (1998–2000); Neon (2000–2005); RAM 1500 (1999–2002); RAM 2500 (1999–2002); RAM 3500 (1999–2002)

Dodge key types

The replacement keys we've matched to Dodge models fall into 4 types. A model year can take more than one, which is why the model pages list each option with its FCC ID.

Remote 1998–2006: A separate key fob that only handles locking and unlocking.
Transponder Key 1998–2021: A cut metal key with a chip in the head. No buttons.
Remote Head Key 2004–2018: One piece: a cut metal blade with the lock/unlock buttons built into the head.
Proximity Key 2008–2021: Stays in your pocket — the car unlocks and starts without inserting a key.

What Dodge key programming costs

US price ranges for the key types above, with a working key on hand. Losing every key costs more, $200–$500 at a locksmith for a basic fob or transponder key.

Dodge key programming cost, locksmith vs dealer
Key	Locksmith	Dealer
Basic remote, working key on hand	$50–$150	$100–$250
Transponder or remote-head key	$75–$200	$150–$350
Smart / push-to-start key	$150–$400	$250–$600

Full breakdown and sources: key fob programming cost .

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