[Confirmed] How to verify locksmith can get Ford Mustang Dark Horse key code

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Matrixfan
Member since April 2022 • 80 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Ford Mustang Dark Horse - where's the key code?

Posted on January 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1039 posts

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

Posted on January 13, 2025

Replies (5)

Captaincrunch
Member • 12 posts

My Ford Mustang Dark Horse's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 144 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Ford Mustang Dark Horse won’t recognize the key.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 45 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Ford Mustang Dark Horse—might work for mine too.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 14 posts

Worked for someone with a Ford Mustang Dark Horse? Need to hear it!

January 16, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 66 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Ford Mustang Dark Horse for days.

January 17, 2025 Reply

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