[Free Tool] Looking for my Ford Model 81A's factory key code to program a key

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Neondream
Member since April 2022 • 121 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Ford Model 81A - help?

Posted on November 12, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Model 81A. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 13, 2024

Replies (4)

Icedragon
Member • 109 posts

Following this for my Ford Model 81A. Please update if it works!

November 13, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 99 posts

Been here before with my Ford Model 81A. Let’s see if this one works.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 52 posts

Trying this on my Ford Model 81A later. Will report back.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 38 posts

Trying this out on my Ford Model 81A today—hoping it works.

November 16, 2024 Reply

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