[Status: Resolved] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport

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Urbanninja
Member since February 2023 • 142 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport to make keys?

Posted on January 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1761 posts

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

Posted on January 18, 2025

Replies (6)

Lonewolf
Member • 19 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport. Thanks!

January 18, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 11 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport. Thanks!

January 19, 2025 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 58 posts

I think my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 109 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport—need the code first.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 126 posts

My 2001 Ford Explorer Sport just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 88 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport too.

January 23, 2025 Reply

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