[Completed] Emergency! Must find key code for FORD ESCORT IV 1800 16V

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Voodoochild
Member since March 2023 • 131 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my FORD ESCORT IV 1800 16V?

Posted on November 09, 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 1800 16V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Goldenret
Member • 120 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's FORD ESCORT IV 1800 16V. Giving it a go myself.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 137 posts

Using this on my FORD ESCORT IV 1800 16V now. Hope it works.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 137 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my FORD ESCORT IV 1800 16V. Huge thanks!

November 12, 2024 Reply

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