[It Worked!] 2016 Ford Explorer XLT immobilizer code invalid - what now?

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Neondream
Member since October 2022 • 81 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2016 Ford Explorer XLT key fob?

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Ford Explorer XLT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (3)

Irongiant
Member • 134 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2016 Ford Explorer XLT owner.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 120 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2016 Ford Explorer XLT.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 75 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2016 Ford Explorer XLT.

March 10, 2025 Reply

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