[Confirmed Fix] Replacing immobilizer module on Ford F 350 - need to reprogram?

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Madhatter
Member since September 2022 • 143 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Ford F 350 key fob?

Posted on February 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1653 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford F 350. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 09, 2025

Replies (5)

Neonlights
Member • 95 posts

My Ford F 350 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 84 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Ford F 350 all week. Hope this helps.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 132 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Ford F 350 won’t recognize the key.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 30 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Ford F 350.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 54 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Ford F 350!

February 13, 2025 Reply

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