stupid spare tire key thingy
#1
#2
Haha. I had this exact same problem with my 02! I was told there's no solution other than cutting it down. They said I could cut the cable holding the spare or disassemble the plastic tube you insert the long rod into and try to knock the lock off. I haven't attempted that yet so I'm not sure what that entails. I'm stuck in the same situation you are.
#3
I had the same problem. I ended up removing the spare tire lock. Here is the thread describing it.
https://www.f150online.com/forums/ot...key-blues.html
https://www.f150online.com/forums/ot...key-blues.html