[Archived] Programming new key for Ford Galaxie GT A - don’t know code

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Rustynail
Member since May 2023 • 99 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Ford Galaxie GT A - where's the key code?

Posted on March 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Galaxie GT A. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 19, 2025

Replies (5)

Whiteknight
Member • 87 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Ford Galaxie GT A.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 9 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Ford Galaxie GT A.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 101 posts

My Ford Galaxie GT A might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 118 posts

Just what I needed! My Ford Galaxie GT A has been acting up lately.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 114 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Ford Galaxie GT A. Giving it a go myself.

March 23, 2025 Reply

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