[Method] Dealer wants $$$ for Ford Escape FWD HEV code - any other options?

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Turboboost
Member since December 2022 • 119 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Ford Escape FWD HEV

Posted on November 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1418 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Escape FWD HEV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Shadowfax
Member • 25 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Ford Escape FWD HEV.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 5 posts

Using this on my Ford Escape FWD HEV now. Hope it works.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 74 posts

I have a 2011 Ford Escape FWD HEV, will this method work for that year?

November 10, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 83 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Ford Escape FWD HEV. Need the code badly.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 83 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Ford Escape FWD HEV. Huge thanks!

November 12, 2024 Reply

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