[Free Tool] Need to program a key for my 1987 Ford Bronco but don’t have the code

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Bluemoon
Member since May 2023 • 37 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1987 Ford Bronco

Posted on April 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1987 Ford Bronco. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 20, 2025

Replies (3)

Xenonflash
Member • 103 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1987 Ford Bronco.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 12 posts

Desperate to get my 1987 Ford Bronco running again. Trying this tonight.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 28 posts

Worked for someone with a 1987 Ford Bronco? Need to hear it!

April 22, 2025 Reply

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