[Fixed] Just swapped cluster on my 2008 Ford Taurus - need new PIN?

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Ninjastar
Member since November 2021 • 46 posts

How can I obtain my 2008 Ford Taurus's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on March 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 934 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Ford Taurus. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Thunderbolt
Member • 17 posts

Desperate to get my 2008 Ford Taurus running again. Trying this tonight.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 101 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2008 Ford Taurus for days.

March 26, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 43 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2008 Ford Taurus. Huge thanks!

March 27, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 130 posts

My 2008 Ford Taurus's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 105 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2008 Ford Tauruss?

March 29, 2025 Reply

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