[Free Tool] Do I need a dealer for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac immobilizer reset?

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Karmapolice
Member since January 2022 • 49 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 515 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Lasertag
Member • 56 posts

Was about to give up on my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, but this gives me hope.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 14 posts

Following this for my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Please update if it works!

August 22, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 28 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. This might do it.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 118 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 127 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

August 25, 2024 Reply

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