[Solved] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1997 Ford Taurus

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Skywalker
Member since July 2022 • 137 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 1997 Ford Taurus?

Posted on December 31, 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 Taurus. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Pandaexpress
Member • 107 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1997 Ford Tauruss?

January 01, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 140 posts

My 1997 Ford Taurus refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 76 posts

If this works for my 1997 Ford Taurus, I owe you big time.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 10 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1997 Ford Taurus!

January 04, 2025 Reply

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