[Confirmed] Key code needed for FORD F 150 4200 V6 with custom ignition

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Killerbee
Member since November 2021 • 51 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my FORD F 150 4200 V6 - help?

Posted on August 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1937 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the FORD F 150 4200 V6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Icemann
Member • 28 posts

Really need the key code for my FORD F 150 4200 V6, thanks for sharing!

August 22, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 36 posts

Really need the key code for my FORD F 150 4200 V6, thanks for sharing!

August 23, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 69 posts

My FORD F 150 4200 V6's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

August 24, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 150 posts

Just tried this on my FORD F 150 4200 V6—anyone else have success?

August 25, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 60 posts

I think my FORD F 150 4200 V6 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

August 26, 2024 Reply

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