[Confirmed Fix] Lost my only key - is it possible to get a code for 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab?

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Icemann
Member since December 2022 • 64 posts

Where's the key code located on a 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab for key programming?

Posted on December 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 603 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 22, 2024

Replies (6)

Emeraldcity
Member • 129 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 78 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 9 posts

Trying this out on my 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab today—hoping it works.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 116 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab!

December 25, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 55 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab too.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 74 posts

My 1997 Ford F350 Super Cab's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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