[Confirmed] Looking for my 2017 Ford Explorer Base's factory key code to program a key

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Betatest
Member since September 2021 • 72 posts

Looking for my 2017 Ford Explorer Base's factory key code to program a key

Posted on December 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Ford Explorer Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (5)

Xrayspecs
Member • 50 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2017 Ford Explorer Base!

December 31, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 61 posts

Using this on my 2017 Ford Explorer Base now. Hope it works.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 69 posts

I have the same 2017 Ford Explorer Base and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 80 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2017 Ford Explorer Base.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 133 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2017 Ford Explorer Base.

January 04, 2025 Reply

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