[Method] How to read key code from 1999 Ford Explorer XLT ignition

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Timemachine
Member since September 2022 • 86 posts

How can I find my 1999 Ford Explorer XLT's key code to program a new key?

Posted on December 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1912 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Ford Explorer XLT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 06, 2024

Replies (5)

Cosmokid
Member • 46 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1999 Ford Explorer XLT.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 78 posts

Using this on my 1999 Ford Explorer XLT now. Hope it works.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 86 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1999 Ford Explorer XLT. This might do it.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 123 posts

My 1999 Ford Explorer XLT just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 15 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1999 Ford Explorer XLT.

December 10, 2024 Reply

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