[Archived] How to retrieve the key programming code for 1988 Ford Bronco II?

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Quickdraw
Member since July 2022 • 123 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1988 Ford Bronco II?

Posted on August 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1988 Ford Bronco II. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 20, 2024

Replies (6)

Orangesoda
Member • 141 posts

My 1988 Ford Bronco II refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 103 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1988 Ford Bronco II.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 91 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1988 Ford Bronco II?

August 22, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 44 posts

My 1988 Ford Bronco II has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 23, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 39 posts

Same issue here with my 1988 Ford Bronco II, let me know if it works.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 132 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1988 Ford Bronco II.

August 25, 2024 Reply

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