[Confirmed Fix] Need my 2020 Ford Explorer XLT's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Redbaron
Member since January 2023 • 114 posts

Need my 2020 Ford Explorer XLT's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on October 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1783 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 Ford Explorer XLT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 12, 2024

Replies (5)

Nightowl
Member • 10 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2020 Ford Explorer XLT. This might do it.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 15 posts

My 2020 Ford Explorer XLT just blinks. I think this might fix it.

October 13, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 62 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2020 Ford Explorer XLT key code too.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 56 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2020 Ford Explorer XLT too!

October 15, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 113 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2020 Ford Explorer XLT too.

October 16, 2024 Reply

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