[Free Solution] Can't find the immobilizer PIN for my Ford Explorer AWD FFV

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Alphawolf
Member since January 2023 • 85 posts

How can I access my Ford Explorer AWD FFV's key code to program new keys?

Posted on October 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1301 posts

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

Posted on October 31, 2024

Replies (6)

Rocketman
Member • 39 posts

My Ford Explorer AWD FFV won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 17 posts

Following this for my Ford Explorer AWD FFV. Please update if it works!

November 01, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 35 posts

Anyone try this on a Ford Explorer AWD FFV with push-button start?

November 02, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 25 posts

Same issue here with my Ford Explorer AWD FFV, let me know if it works.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 115 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Ford Explorer AWD FFV, hope this helps.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 32 posts

Following this for my Ford Explorer AWD FFV. Please update if it works!

November 05, 2024 Reply

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