[Free Tool] Got replacement ECU for Ford Taurus AWD, now code doesn’t match

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Gamerpro
Member since March 2022 • 122 posts

How can I access my Ford Taurus AWD's key code to program new keys?

Posted on January 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1337 posts

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

Posted on January 29, 2025

Replies (3)

Madhatter
Member • 39 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Ford Taurus AWD. Thanks!

January 29, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 135 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Ford Taurus AWD this hard?!

January 30, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 33 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Ford Taurus AWD.

January 31, 2025 Reply

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