[Solved] My 2000 Ford Ranger Regular Cab key code is missing - advice?

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Zerocool
Member since December 2021 • 128 posts

How can I retrieve my 2000 Ford Ranger Regular Cab's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on March 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Ford Ranger Regular Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 30, 2025

Replies (3)

Flashgordon
Member • 127 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2000 Ford Ranger Regular Cab. This might do it.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 110 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2000 Ford Ranger Regular Cab, hope someone can help.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 87 posts

My 2000 Ford Ranger Regular Cab's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

April 01, 2025 Reply

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