[Answered] Where is the key code hidden on 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost?

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Quantumleap
Member since April 2022 • 87 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost keys?

Posted on August 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 07, 2024

Replies (3)

Zetareticuli
Member • 14 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 17 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 39 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost.

August 09, 2024 Reply

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