[Method] My 2018 Ford Edge SEL won’t recognize the key - missing transponder code?

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Greengiant
Member since March 2022 • 95 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2018 Ford Edge SEL for programming keys?

Posted on January 21, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1353 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Ford Edge SEL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 22, 2025

Replies (6)

Codemaster
Member • 83 posts

Does this method work for the 2018 Ford Edge SEL models from 2010 onward?

January 22, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 85 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2018 Ford Edge SEL owner.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 145 posts

Will this work for older 2018 Ford Edge SELs? Mine's a 2009.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 146 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2018 Ford Edge SEL too.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 39 posts

My 2018 Ford Edge SEL's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 102 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2018 Ford Edge SEL—might work for mine too.

January 27, 2025 Reply

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