[Solved] Key code alternatives when all else fails for Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Pickup

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Ziggystar
Member since April 2022 • 70 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Pickup key fob?

Posted on September 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1617 posts

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

Posted on September 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Yellowdog
Member • 40 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Pickup.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 122 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Pickup.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 41 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Pickup.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 15 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Pickup?

September 08, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 16 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Pickup.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 50 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Ford Ranger XLT SuperCrew Pickup?

September 10, 2024 Reply

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