[Fixed] Looking for help getting the transponder code for my 2017 Ford Explorer

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Urbanninja
Member since May 2022 • 138 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2017 Ford Explorer key fob?

Posted on March 09, 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 Explorer. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 10, 2025

Replies (3)

Jedimaster
Member • 62 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2017 Ford Explorer as well.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 40 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2017 Ford Explorer?

March 11, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 127 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2017 Ford Explorer?

March 12, 2025 Reply

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