[Closed] Replacing immobilizer module on Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD - need to reprogram?

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Luckyluke
Member since April 2023 • 52 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD keys at the dealer?

Posted on August 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 03, 2024

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Kungfupanda
Member • 91 posts

I need this so bad for my Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD. Subscribed!

August 03, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 70 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD.

August 04, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 127 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD. Thanks!

August 05, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 36 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD?

August 06, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
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Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD.

August 07, 2024 Reply

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