[Archived] Bought a secondhand Ford Edge SEL SUV, PIN code missing

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Deltaforce
Member since July 2023 • 61 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Ford Edge SEL SUV?

Posted on February 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Edge SEL SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Flyingdutch
Member • 125 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Ford Edge SEL SUV. This is a lifesaver.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 19 posts

If this works for my Ford Edge SEL SUV, I owe you big time.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 135 posts

Desperate to get my Ford Edge SEL SUV running again. Trying this tonight.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 30 posts

I tried this with my Ford Edge SEL SUV but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 07, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 147 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Ford Edge SEL SUV too!

February 08, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 5 posts

Been here before with my Ford Edge SEL SUV. Let’s see if this one works.

February 09, 2025 Reply

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