[Free Solution] Is the key programming code the same as the immobilizer code on a Ford Escape FWD?

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Yankeezulu
Member since March 2022 • 12 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Ford Escape FWD?

Posted on September 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Escape FWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 28, 2024

Replies (6)

Vectorx
Member • 13 posts

My Ford Escape FWD just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 128 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Ford Escape FWD's key code.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 78 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Ford Escape FWD as well.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 101 posts

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

October 01, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 121 posts

Trying this out on my Ford Escape FWD today—hoping it works.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 6 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Ford Escape FWD too.

October 03, 2024 Reply

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