[Working] Ford Torino Machete asking for transponder verification - what’s that?

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Greenlantern
Member since May 2023 • 129 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Ford Torino Machete

Posted on December 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 707 posts

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

Posted on December 13, 2024

Replies (3)

Betatest
Member • 26 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Ford Torino Machete.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 73 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Ford Torino Machete.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 63 posts

Anyone try this on a Ford Torino Machete with push-button start?

December 15, 2024 Reply

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