[Fixed] Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Ford Explorer AWD?

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Orangecrush
Member since December 2021 • 97 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Ford Explorer AWD?

Posted on November 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1769 posts

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

Posted on November 19, 2024

Replies (5)

Youngturk
Member • 100 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Ford Explorer AWD's key code.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 37 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Ford Explorer AWD.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 55 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Ford Explorer AWD—might work for mine too.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 36 posts

Using this on my Ford Explorer AWD now. Hope it works.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 77 posts

My Ford Explorer AWD is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

November 23, 2024 Reply

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