[Method] How do I retrieve the key code for my Ford Meteor to program a key?

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Luckyluke
Member since June 2022 • 142 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Ford Meteor?

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Meteor. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (3)

Electriceel
Member • 70 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Ford Meteor.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 83 posts

Does this method work for the Ford Meteor models from 2010 onward?

April 15, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 149 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Ford Meteor?

April 16, 2025 Reply

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