[Verified] Where do I enter key code in a 2017 Ford Expedition EL Limited?

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How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2017 Ford Expedition EL Limited?

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Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2017 Ford Expedition EL Limited for a while.

My 2017 Ford Expedition EL Limited is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

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