[Solved] Where mechanics look for key code on 2018 Ford Flex Limited w

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Captainkirk
Member since October 2021 • 56 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2018 Ford Flex Limited w key fob?

Posted on August 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Ford Flex Limited w. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Ghostrider
Member • 19 posts

Following this for my 2018 Ford Flex Limited w. Please update if it works!

August 05, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 25 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2018 Ford Flex Limited w for a while.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 104 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2018 Ford Flex Limited w.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 142 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2018 Ford Flex Limited w.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 52 posts

Same problem on my 2018 Ford Flex Limited w. Watching for any working solutions.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 70 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2018 Ford Flex Limited w this weekend.

August 10, 2024 Reply

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