[Verified] Need my 2008 Ford Expedition EL's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Xrayvision
Member since July 2023 • 24 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 2008 Ford Expedition EL keys at the dealer?

Posted on March 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1960 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Ford Expedition EL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 21, 2025

Replies (6)

Bigfoot
Member • 125 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2008 Ford Expedition EL's key code.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 55 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2008 Ford Expedition EL, would this method still work?

March 22, 2025 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 136 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2008 Ford Expedition EL.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 126 posts

Trying this on my 2008 Ford Expedition EL later. Will report back.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 113 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2008 Ford Expedition EL?

March 25, 2025 Reply
Alice
Member • 90 posts

Anyone try this on a 2008 Ford Expedition EL with push-button start?

March 26, 2025 Reply

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