[Solution] 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab stuck in anti-theft mode - code lost

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Flyingmonk
Member since November 2022 • 150 posts

Need my 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on April 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1302 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 12, 2025

Replies (6)

Alphamax
Member • 132 posts

Was about to give up on my 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab, but this gives me hope.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 36 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab. This looks promising.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 140 posts

My 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 41 posts

Really need the key code for my 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab, thanks for sharing!

April 15, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 68 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab. This might do it.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 74 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1993 Ford F350 Crew Cab before?

April 17, 2025 Reply

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