[Archived] Got blank key for Ford Tempo from eBay - no code

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Shadowfax
Member since January 2022 • 111 posts

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

Posted on November 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1107 posts

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

Posted on November 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Vortexx
Member • 42 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Ford Tempo. This might do it.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 83 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Ford Tempo too.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 126 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Ford Tempo. This might do it.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 109 posts

My Ford Tempo is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 17, 2024 Reply

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