[Archived] Mobile service to get key code for 2013 Ford Escape SEL

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Knightlight
Member since November 2021 • 84 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2013 Ford Escape SEL keys?

Posted on December 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 759 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 Ford Escape SEL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 08, 2024

Replies (4)

Cosmicray
Member • 109 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2013 Ford Escape SEL owner.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 48 posts

If this works for my 2013 Ford Escape SEL, I owe you big time.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 62 posts

I’m not alone! My 2013 Ford Escape SEL is doing the same thing.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 104 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2013 Ford Escape SEL.

December 11, 2024 Reply

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