[Fixed] Legal issues with sharing key code for 1999 Ford Ranger

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Xenoking
Member since July 2023 • 93 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 1999 Ford Ranger for making new keys?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 755 posts

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

Posted on September 20, 2024

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Windwalker
Member • 112 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1999 Ford Ranger.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 37 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1999 Ford Ranger key issue.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 124 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1999 Ford Ranger's key code.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 30 posts

Was about to give up on my 1999 Ford Ranger, but this gives me hope.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
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My 1999 Ford Ranger might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

September 24, 2024 Reply

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