[Status: Resolved] Is it safe to share key code for 1998 Ford Taurus?

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Megamind
Member since October 2022 • 45 posts

Looking for my 1998 Ford Taurus's key code to program a new key

Posted on August 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1920 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Ford Taurus. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Nightowl
Member • 43 posts

Trying this on my 1998 Ford Taurus later. Will report back.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 59 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1998 Ford Taurus!

August 21, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 106 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1998 Ford Taurus too.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 52 posts

I’m not alone! My 1998 Ford Taurus is doing the same thing.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 85 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 1998 Ford Taurus this hard?!

August 24, 2024 Reply

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