[Resolved] Need help locating key code for Ford Model U

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Purplerain
Member since September 2021 • 20 posts

How can I find my Ford Model U's key code to program a new key?

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1714 posts

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

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (4)

Easymoney
Member • 62 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Ford Model U for a while.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 100 posts

My Ford Model U has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 22, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 35 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Ford Model U.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 31 posts

My Ford Model U's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 24, 2024 Reply

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