[Solved] 2001 Ford Crown Victoria transponder chip missing - can I still start it?

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Matrixfan
Member since November 2022 • 28 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 2001 Ford Crown Victoria?

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Flashgordon
Member • 118 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2001 Ford Crown Victoria, following this thread.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 97 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2001 Ford Crown Victoria's mystery code.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 58 posts

Anyone try this on a 2001 Ford Crown Victoria with push-button start?

May 21, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 53 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2001 Ford Crown Victoria key code too.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 29 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 41 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria key issues!

May 24, 2025 Reply

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