[Solution] 2006 Ford Expedition Limited refuses to crank - ignition system locked?

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Titanium
Member since May 2023 • 138 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 2006 Ford Expedition Limited keys at the dealer?

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Ford Expedition Limited. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (4)

Blackwidow
Member • 123 posts

Anyone try this on a 2006 Ford Expedition Limited with push-button start?

August 21, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 139 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2006 Ford Expedition Limited's key code.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 77 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2006 Ford Expedition Limited.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 96 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2006 Ford Expedition Limited?

August 24, 2024 Reply

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