[Fixed] How to verify Ford APV key code before paying

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Firestarter
Member since April 2023 • 135 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Ford APV?

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 806 posts

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

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Lightspeed
Member • 120 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Ford APV key issue.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 66 posts

I’m not alone! My Ford APV is doing the same thing.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 30 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Ford APVs?

March 17, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 44 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Ford APV too.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 65 posts

I’m not alone! My Ford APV is doing the same thing.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 135 posts

Following this for my Ford APV. Please update if it works!

March 20, 2025 Reply

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