[Method] My 2016 Ford Explorer Limited came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Killerinst
Member since June 2022 • 91 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2016 Ford Explorer Limited keys?

Posted on September 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1782 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Ford Explorer Limited. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 15, 2024

Replies (6)

Unclesam
Member • 9 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2016 Ford Explorer Limited.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 98 posts

Was about to give up on my 2016 Ford Explorer Limited, but this gives me hope.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 65 posts

My 2016 Ford Explorer Limited has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 17, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 21 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2016 Ford Explorer Limited's key code.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 80 posts

My 2016 Ford Explorer Limited needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

September 19, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 63 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2016 Ford Explorer Limited. Huge thanks!

September 20, 2024 Reply

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