[Verified] Trying to sync new fob with 1966 Ford Thunderbird - code needed?

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Quantumq
Member since January 2023 • 69 posts

Where's the key code located on a 1966 Ford Thunderbird for key programming?

Posted on August 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1960 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1966 Ford Thunderbird. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 20, 2024

Replies (6)

Papasmurf
Member • 48 posts

Will this work if the 1966 Ford Thunderbird has an aftermarket alarm?

August 20, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 28 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1966 Ford Thunderbird. Trying this instead.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 127 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1966 Ford Thunderbird. Trying this instead.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 23 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 1966 Ford Thunderbird this hard?!

August 23, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 52 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1966 Ford Thunderbird.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 73 posts

Worked for someone with a 1966 Ford Thunderbird? Need to hear it!

August 25, 2024 Reply

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