[Free Fix] Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2005 Ford Ranger Regular Cab

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Uncleben
Member since September 2022 • 26 posts

Looking for my 2005 Ford Ranger Regular Cab's factory key code to program a key

Posted on March 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Ford Ranger Regular Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 11, 2025

Replies (3)

Alphacent
Member • 22 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2005 Ford Ranger Regular Cab key code too.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 40 posts

My 2005 Ford Ranger Regular Cab's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 32 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2005 Ford Ranger Regular Cab this hard?!

March 13, 2025 Reply

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