[It Worked!] VIN key code generator for 2004 Ford Explorer - does it work?

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Silverfox
Member since March 2022 • 134 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2004 Ford Explorer for key programming?

Posted on August 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1894 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Ford Explorer. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Iceberg
Member • 89 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2004 Ford Explorer. Need the code badly.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 125 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2004 Ford Explorer for a while.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 131 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2004 Ford Explorer.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 74 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2004 Ford Explorer. This might do it.

August 18, 2024 Reply

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