[Method] Getting key code for 1980 Ford Capri Zakspeed Group with keyless entry

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Yellowjacket
Member since September 2022 • 53 posts

Need my 1980 Ford Capri Zakspeed Group's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on August 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1626 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1980 Ford Capri Zakspeed Group. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Whiteknight
Member • 11 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1980 Ford Capri Zakspeed Group.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 12 posts

Will this work if the 1980 Ford Capri Zakspeed Group has an aftermarket alarm?

August 12, 2024 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 95 posts

I’m not alone! My 1980 Ford Capri Zakspeed Group is doing the same thing.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 120 posts

My 1980 Ford Capri Zakspeed Group refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 14, 2024 Reply

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