[Fixed] Ford Ranger immobilizer module mismatch - how to fix?

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Hotshot
Member since January 2022 • 27 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Ford Ranger to make keys?

Posted on August 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1960 posts

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

Posted on August 28, 2024

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Invisible
Member • 55 posts

My Ford Ranger is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 47 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Ford Ranger. This looks promising.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 146 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Ford Ranger as well.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 146 posts

If this works for my Ford Ranger, I owe you big time.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
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Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Ford Ranger.

September 01, 2024 Reply

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