[Success] Code card lost - 1998 Ford Expedition won't accept new key

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Electriceel
Member since October 2021 • 39 posts

How can I retrieve my 1998 Ford Expedition's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1651 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Ford Expedition. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Electricboog
Member • 34 posts

Was about to give up on my 1998 Ford Expedition, but this gives me hope.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 80 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1998 Ford Expedition. This is a lifesaver.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 146 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1998 Ford Expedition.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 67 posts

Following this for my 1998 Ford Expedition. Please update if it works!

February 14, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 51 posts

I tried this with my 1998 Ford Expedition but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 15, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 138 posts

My 1998 Ford Expedition needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

February 16, 2025 Reply

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