[Status: Resolved] Trying to reprogram key for 1999 Ford Explorer, but no PIN code

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Ultrasonic
Member since October 2021 • 96 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1999 Ford Explorer?

Posted on April 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1606 posts

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

Posted on April 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Ghostrider
Member • 27 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1999 Ford Explorer's mystery code.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 127 posts

I have the same 1999 Ford Explorer and I'm also trying to find the key code.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 23 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1999 Ford Explorer, hope someone can help.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 57 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1999 Ford Explorer.

April 22, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 50 posts

I think my 1999 Ford Explorer has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 126 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1999 Ford Explorer.

April 24, 2025 Reply

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