[Solution] Ford Transit 350 XLT Med remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Goldengate
Member since June 2022 • 73 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Ford Transit 350 XLT Med for key programming?

Posted on August 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1671 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Transit 350 XLT Med. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 31, 2024

Replies (4)

Gizmoguy
Member • 68 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Ford Transit 350 XLT Med!

August 31, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 97 posts

Was about to tow my Ford Transit 350 XLT Med. Let me try this first.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 83 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Ford Transit 350 XLT Med?

September 02, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 83 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Ford Transit 350 XLT Med.

September 03, 2024 Reply

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