[Completed] Key code help for older model 2018 Ford Escape SEL

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Flyingdutch
Member since October 2022 • 104 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2018 Ford Escape SEL?

Posted on January 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Ford Escape SEL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Crazycat
Member • 128 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2018 Ford Escape SEL.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 99 posts

I need this so bad for my 2018 Ford Escape SEL. Subscribed!

January 29, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 31 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2018 Ford Escape SEL?

January 30, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 6 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2018 Ford Escape SEL.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 38 posts

If this works for my 2018 Ford Escape SEL, I owe you big time.

February 01, 2025 Reply

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