[Answered] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a Ford Transit 350 XLT Passenger?

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Omegared
Member since September 2021 • 58 posts

How to get my Ford Transit 350 XLT Passenger's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on December 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Transit 350 XLT Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 29, 2024

Replies (4)

Crazycat
Member • 120 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Ford Transit 350 XLT Passenger. Need the code badly.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 16 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Ford Transit 350 XLT Passenger, would this method still work?

December 30, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 62 posts

Was about to give up on my Ford Transit 350 XLT Passenger, but this gives me hope.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 39 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Ford Transit 350 XLT Passenger. Trying this instead.

January 01, 2025 Reply

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