[Status: Resolved] Where can I locate the key code to program a Ford Equator Concept key?

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Redalert
Member since October 2022 • 34 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Ford Equator Concept for making new keys?

Posted on August 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Equator Concept. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Emeraldeye
Member • 96 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Ford Equator Concept for a while.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 56 posts

Trying this out on my Ford Equator Concept today—hoping it works.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 44 posts

Same problem on my Ford Equator Concept. Watching for any working solutions.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 72 posts

My Ford Equator Concept's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

August 26, 2024 Reply

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