[Recommended Fix] Dealer being difficult about Ford C Max II key code

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Pixelpusher
Member since July 2022 • 27 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Ford C Max II?

Posted on May 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford C Max II. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 06, 2025

Replies (3)

Vectorprime
Member • 18 posts

Using this on my Ford C Max II now. Hope it works.

May 06, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 55 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Ford C Max II.

May 07, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 58 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Ford C Max II.

May 08, 2025 Reply

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