[Update] Code card missing from my 1986 Ford F250, stuck now

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Alphawolf
Member since November 2021 • 16 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 1986 Ford F250?

Posted on September 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1022 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Ford F250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 13, 2024

Replies (4)

Electric
Member • 66 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 1986 Ford F250?

September 13, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 34 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1986 Ford F250.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 137 posts

I have the same 1986 Ford F250 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 68 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 1986 Ford F250.

September 16, 2024 Reply

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