[Resolved] Can’t get past anti-theft lock on my 2013 Ford F 150 XLT

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Frostbite
Member since March 2022 • 128 posts

Looking for my 2013 Ford F 150 XLT's key code to program a new key

Posted on December 18, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 Ford F 150 XLT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 19, 2024

Replies (4)

Icecold
Member • 26 posts

Was about to give up on my 2013 Ford F 150 XLT, but this gives me hope.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 150 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2013 Ford F 150 XLT, following this thread.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 40 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2013 Ford F 150 XLT—might work for mine too.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 125 posts

Trying this on my 2013 Ford F 150 XLT later. Will report back.

December 22, 2024 Reply

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