[Closed] Anyone bypassed the transponder system on a 2013 Ford F 150?

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Rustyshack
Member since October 2022 • 140 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2013 Ford F 150 key fob?

Posted on November 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 659 posts

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

Posted on November 19, 2024

Replies (5)

Kungfupanda
Member • 125 posts

My 2013 Ford F 150's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 40 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2013 Ford F 150?

November 20, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 40 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2013 Ford F 150 too.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 137 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2013 Ford F 150.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 104 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2013 Ford F 150 won’t recognize the key.

November 23, 2024 Reply

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