[Free Tool] Any luck getting the 2012 Ford Escape PIN code without original key?

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Redbaron
Member since December 2021 • 150 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2012 Ford Escape

Posted on September 12, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on September 13, 2024

Replies (6)

Yankeezulu
Member • 121 posts

This thread might save my 2012 Ford Escape. Thanks everyone!

September 13, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 86 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2012 Ford Escape's mystery code.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 95 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2012 Ford Escape.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 47 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2012 Ford Escape's key code.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 76 posts

I’m not alone! My 2012 Ford Escape is doing the same thing.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 108 posts

My 2012 Ford Escape's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

September 18, 2024 Reply

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