[Issue Closed] Trying to reprogram key for Ford Durango, but no PIN code

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Viperstrike
Member since January 2022 • 134 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Ford Durango keys?

Posted on August 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 829 posts

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

Posted on August 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Darthvader
Member • 34 posts

Saved me from towing my Ford Durango. Thanks!

August 23, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 89 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Ford Durango—might work for mine too.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 65 posts

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

August 25, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 55 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Ford Durango. Huge thanks!

August 26, 2024 Reply
Emeraldeye
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My Ford Durango might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

August 27, 2024 Reply

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