[Method] Need key code to program fob for Ford Expedition MAX 2WD

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Yellowdog
Member since October 2022 • 82 posts

Looking for my Ford Expedition MAX 2WD's factory key code to program a key

Posted on October 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1524 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Expedition MAX 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 19, 2024

Replies (4)

Flyingmonk
Member • 109 posts

Was about to tow my Ford Expedition MAX 2WD. Let me try this first.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 128 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Ford Expedition MAX 2WD. This might do it.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 31 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Ford Expedition MAX 2WD.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 16 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Ford Expedition MAX 2WD!

October 22, 2024 Reply

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