[Confirmed Fix] How do I tell if my 1990 Ford Bronco II uses a transponder?

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Steelwolf
Member since July 2023 • 143 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1990 Ford Bronco II to make a spare key?

Posted on October 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1990 Ford Bronco II. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 15, 2024

Replies (3)

Laserbeam
Member • 113 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1990 Ford Bronco II. Need the code badly.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 126 posts

Was about to tow my 1990 Ford Bronco II. Let me try this first.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 5 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1990 Ford Bronco II.

October 17, 2024 Reply

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