[Status: Resolved] I bought a 1996 Ford Mustang and it didn’t come with a PIN code

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Urbanlegend
Member since August 2022 • 131 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 1996 Ford Mustang - where's the key code?

Posted on August 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Ford Mustang. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 09, 2024

Replies (3)

Outlawjoe
Member • 85 posts

My 1996 Ford Mustang needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 96 posts

My 1996 Ford Mustang won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 61 posts

Anyone try this on a 1996 Ford Mustang with push-button start?

August 11, 2024 Reply

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