[Confirmed Fix] Keyless entry fails on 1989 Ford Bronco - immobilizer active?

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Blackbelt
Member since February 2022 • 66 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1989 Ford Bronco to program a key?

Posted on April 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1989 Ford Bronco. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 04, 2025

Replies (3)

Karmapolice
Member • 69 posts

Saved me from towing my 1989 Ford Bronco. Thanks!

April 04, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 114 posts

Just what I needed! My 1989 Ford Bronco has been acting up lately.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 43 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1989 Ford Bronco. Need the code badly.

April 06, 2025 Reply

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