[Fixed] Key cut but not programmed - Ford Lightweight Concept stuck

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Neonqueen
Member since December 2021 • 124 posts

Need my Ford Lightweight Concept's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 992 posts

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

Posted on October 22, 2024

Replies (4)

Codeninja
Member • 34 posts

Will this work if the Ford Lightweight Concept has an aftermarket alarm?

October 22, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 143 posts

Following along—same issue with my Ford Lightweight Concept.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 150 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Ford Lightweight Concept?

October 24, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 72 posts

This thread might save my Ford Lightweight Concept. Thanks everyone!

October 25, 2024 Reply

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