[Completed] Trying to get ignition working again on my 1993 Ford Taurus

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Alphacent
Member since March 2022 • 34 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 1993 Ford Taurus keys at the dealer?

Posted on February 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1774 posts

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

Posted on February 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Matrixfan
Member • 45 posts

My 1993 Ford Taurus is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 109 posts

Following this for my 1993 Ford Taurus. Please update if it works!

February 10, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 113 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1993 Ford Taurus. Thanks!

February 11, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 139 posts

Anyone try this on a 1993 Ford Taurus with push-button start?

February 12, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 148 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1993 Ford Taurus.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 58 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1993 Ford Taurus's mystery code.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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