[Resolved] How to verify Ford Explorer FWD key code before paying

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Turboboost
Member since November 2022 • 110 posts

Need my Ford Explorer FWD's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on August 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1021 posts

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

Posted on August 26, 2024

Replies (3)

Gamerpro
Member • 123 posts

Will this work for older Ford Explorer FWDs? Mine's a 2009.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 34 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Ford Explorer FWD this weekend.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 135 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Ford Explorer FWD.

August 28, 2024 Reply

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