[Issue Closed] How to verify 2011 Ford Flex key code before paying

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Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2011 Ford Flex?

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My 2011 Ford Flex just blinks. I think this might fix it.

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2011 Ford Flex?

I tried this with my 2011 Ford Flex but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2011 Ford Flex?

Still can’t find the code for my 2011 Ford Flex. This might do it.

Will this work for older 2011 Ford Flexs? Mine's a 2009.

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