[Update] 2001 Ford Mustang Base immobilizer not responding after new key

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Omegared
Member since March 2022 • 59 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2001 Ford Mustang Base?

Posted on October 05, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Ford Mustang Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 06, 2024

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Oldschool
Member • 91 posts

I need this so bad for my 2001 Ford Mustang Base. Subscribed!

October 06, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 14 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2001 Ford Mustang Base too!

October 07, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 49 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2001 Ford Mustang Base, would this method still work?

October 08, 2024 Reply

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