[Confirmed Fix] Does a 2010 Ford Model K have a key code or just a PIN?

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Airjordan
Member since July 2023 • 144 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Ford Model K for making new keys?

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1263 posts

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

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Phoenixrise
Member • 68 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Ford Model K, hope this helps.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 117 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Ford Model K this weekend.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 51 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Ford Model K. This looks promising.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 95 posts

I have a 2011 Ford Model K, will this method work for that year?

February 26, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 93 posts

My Ford Model K refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 27, 2025 Reply

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