[Method] Where is the key code stored on a 1994 Ford Taurus?

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Jedimaster
Member since July 2022 • 79 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1994 Ford Taurus

Posted on September 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on September 05, 2024

Replies (3)

Voodooman
Member • 28 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1994 Ford Taurus won’t recognize the key.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 115 posts

My 1994 Ford Taurus might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 57 posts

My 1994 Ford Taurus has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 07, 2024 Reply

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