[Verified] Fob reprogram failed on 1996 Ford Taurus - need key code

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Zetareticuli
Member since March 2022 • 110 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1996 Ford Taurus

Posted on April 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on April 12, 2025

Replies (3)

Shadowfax
Member • 123 posts

I’m not alone! My 1996 Ford Taurus is doing the same thing.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 126 posts

I think my 1996 Ford Taurus has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 136 posts

This just might solve my 1996 Ford Taurus's ignition issue.

April 14, 2025 Reply

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