NEWBIE keyfob question

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WranglerToRam

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Hello, I just traded my 14 wrangler all personalized for this 2017 Ram 1500 hemi. And as usual the dealership had only 1 remote start keyfob. So i know I can buy one from ebay BUT CAN I PROGRAM IT MYSELF??? Or do I have to find a competent locksmith or lastly the stealership? Thank you
 

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I 'thought' there was a y/t video on prog Ram fobs. Sorry I don't have a link ...maybe do a search. If you have Alfa-OBD software, that can do it too.

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Go online & search for mobile locksmiths in your area
many mobile locksmiths have a van & a regular key shop
Call the local mobile shops for prices

I just bought a FOB, a cut Valet Key, programming for the FOB for $145.98 at my local shop

My shop will program FOBs that are bought Online, for $44.95 , but many shops will not program FOBs bought from anyone else

If you have an ACE Hardware, they carry FOBs & program them

Give Tractor Supply a call

read up on Alfa-OBD tool & software, it can be used for many more things than FOBs, things that dealerships charge way too much for
 

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Its bs they only gave you one fob I would of worked it into the deal its nothing for them to make another key.. I use Pin puller app for the pin and my scanner to program its very easy costs ab $40 for key and program ebay cheapo keys normally last ab 2 yrs then i just smash em buy more.
 
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Is it a Chrysler dealer?
If so, maybe go back right away ...as soon as you can, complain that you didn't know they were going to be THAT expensive ...and see if they'll split the cost on a new fob and free programming. Talk to the manager. Let them know you'll be in the hunt for a new car next spring.. bla bla bla
 

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LOL, there is a devious reason used car sales places only have a single FOB,
They keep the spare to give to the repossessor when you miss a payment or two
 

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Simple key, couple steps and you have a fully functional keyfob. Then you have to locate someone to cut the valet key...
 

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If you are buying a used truck, the owner likely never brought in the spare from the wife. The dealership should tell them to get it.
I would demand 2 supplied with the truck.
 

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