[Update] Need key code to program fob for 2013 Ford Explorer

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Happyfeet
Member since November 2021 • 83 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 2013 Ford Explorer to make a spare key?

Posted on May 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1867 posts

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

Posted on May 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Killerbee
Member • 110 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2013 Ford Explorer, hope this helps.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 59 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2013 Ford Explorer too.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 38 posts

Does this method work for the 2013 Ford Explorer models from 2010 onward?

May 10, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 70 posts

Same problem on my 2013 Ford Explorer. Watching for any working solutions.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 149 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2013 Ford Explorer.

May 12, 2025 Reply

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