[Confirmed] Need my 2005 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Hyperlink
Member since July 2022 • 81 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2005 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe

Posted on October 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 03, 2024

Replies (3)

Purplerain
Member • 119 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2005 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 56 posts

Saved me from towing my 2005 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe. Thanks!

October 04, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 23 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2005 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe—need the code first.

October 05, 2024 Reply

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