[Success] Where do I enter key programming code in 2016 Ford F 150 XLT?

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Lightspeed
Member since February 2022 • 58 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2016 Ford F 150 XLT?

Posted on December 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Ford F 150 XLT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 28, 2024

Replies (3)

Goldeneye
Member • 54 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2016 Ford F 150 XLT too.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 127 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2016 Ford F 150 XLT. Thanks!

December 29, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 105 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2016 Ford F 150 XLT!

December 30, 2024 Reply

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