[Verified] Need key code for 2002 Ford Lightning with transponder key

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Purplehaze
Member since September 2022 • 98 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2002 Ford Lightning?

Posted on May 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1207 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Ford Lightning. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 02, 2025

Replies (6)

Luckyluke
Member • 122 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2002 Ford Lightning. Trying this now.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 112 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2002 Ford Lightning, hope this helps.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 125 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2002 Ford Lightning's mystery code.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 33 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2002 Ford Lightning for days.

May 05, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 136 posts

Will this work if the 2002 Ford Lightning has an aftermarket alarm?

May 06, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 56 posts

Does this method work for the 2002 Ford Lightning models from 2010 onward?

May 07, 2025 Reply

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