[Free Solution] Dealer charging $150 for 1991 Ford Mustang key code - alternatives?

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Echolima
Member since June 2022 • 61 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 1991 Ford Mustang keys?

Posted on October 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 722 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1991 Ford Mustang. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 02, 2024

Replies (3)

Byteme
Member • 70 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1991 Ford Mustang, following this thread.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 96 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1991 Ford Mustang.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 74 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1991 Ford Mustang. This is a lifesaver.

October 04, 2024 Reply

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