[Free Tool] Dealer claims Ford Falcon key code is proprietary

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Laserfocus
Member since December 2022 • 39 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Ford Falcon?

Posted on December 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1695 posts

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

Posted on December 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Yellowjacket
Member • 101 posts

Trying this out on my Ford Falcon today—hoping it works.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 145 posts

I have the same Ford Falcon and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 147 posts

My Ford Falcon won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 127 posts

My Ford Falcon won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 83 posts

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

December 28, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 129 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Ford Falcon.

December 29, 2024 Reply

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