[Answered] How to read key code from Ford Model N ignition

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Bigfoot
Member since August 2022 • 26 posts

Where's the key code located on a Ford Model N for key programming?

Posted on May 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1440 posts

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

Posted on May 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Airjordan
Member • 143 posts

My Ford Model N won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 8 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Ford Model N. Need the code badly.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 133 posts

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

May 26, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 7 posts

Same problem on my Ford Model N. Watching for any working solutions.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 13 posts

Will this work if the Ford Model N has an aftermarket alarm?

May 28, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 67 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Ford Model N owner.

May 29, 2025 Reply

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