[Resolved] Locked out of my 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab, missing PIN code

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Yankeezulu
Member since November 2021 • 106 posts

Looking for my 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 26, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Superfly
Member • 27 posts

My 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 27, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 10 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab key code too.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 30 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab key code too.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 13 posts

My 1997 Ford F250 Super Cab's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 30, 2024 Reply

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