[Success] Trying to program a new key for my 2017 Ford C MAX Energi - where's the key code?

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Rocketman
Member since May 2022 • 68 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2017 Ford C MAX Energi?

Posted on April 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Ford C MAX Energi. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 17, 2025

Replies (5)

Quantumflux
Member • 150 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2017 Ford C MAX Energi, following this thread.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 115 posts

Worked for someone with a 2017 Ford C MAX Energi? Need to hear it!

April 18, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 82 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2017 Ford C MAX Energi.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 109 posts

Trying this on my 2017 Ford C MAX Energi later. Will report back.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 73 posts

I think my 2017 Ford C MAX Energi has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

April 21, 2025 Reply

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