[Update] Anyone tried key programming on Ford Taurus X without PIN?

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Purplerain
Member since February 2023 • 128 posts

Looking for my Ford Taurus X's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on December 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1396 posts

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

Posted on December 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Vortexx
Member • 45 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Ford Taurus X.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 112 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Ford Taurus X key code too.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 40 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Ford Taurus X too!

December 17, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 67 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Ford Taurus X before?

December 18, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 149 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Ford Taurus X too.

December 19, 2024 Reply

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