[Update] Using OBD to get PIN code for Ford Escape 4WD - safe?

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Bluesteel
Member since June 2022 • 73 posts

Need my Ford Escape 4WD's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on April 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Escape 4WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 12, 2025

Replies (5)

Omegared
Member • 18 posts

Using this on my Ford Escape 4WD now. Hope it works.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 134 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Ford Escape 4WD key issues!

April 13, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 8 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Ford Escape 4WD's key code.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 41 posts

Anyone try this on a Ford Escape 4WD with push-button start?

April 15, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 65 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Ford Escape 4WD.

April 16, 2025 Reply

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