[Completed] Trying to flash ECU on 2010 Ford Mustang V6, code mismatch error

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Airjordan
Member since December 2022 • 11 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2010 Ford Mustang V6?

Posted on December 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 551 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Ford Mustang V6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Charlie
Member • 97 posts

My 2010 Ford Mustang V6's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 05, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 42 posts

My 2010 Ford Mustang V6's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 12 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2010 Ford Mustang V6.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 138 posts

Been stuck with my 2010 Ford Mustang V6 for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 08, 2024 Reply

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