[Closed] 2009 Ford Expedition refuses to crank - ignition system locked?

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Techwiz
Member since September 2022 • 22 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2009 Ford Expedition?

Posted on September 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Ford Expedition. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Dragonfly
Member • 140 posts

My 2009 Ford Expedition refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 67 posts

Will this work if the 2009 Ford Expedition has an aftermarket alarm?

September 09, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 144 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2009 Ford Expedition.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 53 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2009 Ford Expeditions?

September 11, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 107 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2009 Ford Expedition—need the code first.

September 12, 2024 Reply

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