[Archived] FORD TRANSIT 2200 TDCI key programming failed - what now?

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Where's the key code hidden on a FORD TRANSIT 2200 TDCI for key programming?

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I tried this with my FORD TRANSIT 2200 TDCI but still no luck. Any suggestions?

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