[Confirmed Fix] Just got a new key for my 2000 Ford Taurus SES, but code is missing

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Yellowfin
Member since January 2023 • 134 posts

Need my 2000 Ford Taurus SES's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on April 05, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 798 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Ford Taurus SES. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 06, 2025

Replies (3)

Skywalker
Member • 91 posts

My 2000 Ford Taurus SES is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 13 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2000 Ford Taurus SES—might work for mine too.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 8 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2000 Ford Taurus SES for a while.

April 08, 2025 Reply

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