[Solved] Where's the key code located to program keys for my Ford 021C?

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Yellowjacket
Member since May 2022 • 115 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Ford 021C - where's the key code?

Posted on September 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford 021C. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Captainkirk
Member • 105 posts

Really need the key code for my Ford 021C, thanks for sharing!

September 23, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 47 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Ford 021C.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 111 posts

My Ford 021C is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 124 posts

Following this for my Ford 021C. Please update if it works!

September 26, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 56 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Ford 021C's key code.

September 27, 2024 Reply

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