[Free Solution] Code card missing from my 2010 Ford Taurus, stuck now

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Jedimaster
Member since January 2023 • 70 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2010 Ford Taurus to program a key?

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1103 posts

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

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (6)

Karmapolice
Member • 33 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2010 Ford Taurus too!

January 31, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 113 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2010 Ford Taurus. Giving it a go myself.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 96 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2010 Ford Taurus.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 16 posts

I have a 2011 2010 Ford Taurus, will this method work for that year?

February 03, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 144 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2010 Ford Taurus. Trying this now.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 143 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2010 Ford Taurus too.

February 05, 2025 Reply

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