[Working] Dealer vs locksmith for Ford Edge AWD key code

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Looking for my Ford Edge AWD's factory key code to program a key

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Where exactly do you find the key code on a Ford Edge AWD?

I’m in the same boat with my Ford Edge AWD. This looks promising.

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Ford Edge AWD—need the code first.

Good luck to everyone dealing with Ford Edge AWD key issues!

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