[Answered] Is there a master key for the FORD ESCORT IV 1600 8V?

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Xrayvision
Member since July 2022 • 122 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my FORD ESCORT IV 1600 8V

Posted on October 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the FORD ESCORT IV 1600 8V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Bluemoon
Member • 109 posts

This thread might save my FORD ESCORT IV 1600 8V. Thanks everyone!

October 22, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 129 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 FORD ESCORT IV 1600 8V?

October 23, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 99 posts

Worked for someone with a FORD ESCORT IV 1600 8V? Need to hear it!

October 24, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 133 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old FORD ESCORT IV 1600 8V.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 59 posts

Anyone try this on a FORD ESCORT IV 1600 8V with push-button start?

October 26, 2024 Reply

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