[Recommended Fix] Trying to program a new key for Ford Explorer HEV AWD - code required?

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Xenoking
Member since April 2022 • 59 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Ford Explorer HEV AWD?

Posted on March 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1152 posts

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

Posted on March 29, 2025

Replies (6)

Madhatter
Member • 132 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Ford Explorer HEV AWD.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 69 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Ford Explorer HEV AWD.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 70 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Ford Explorer HEV AWD's key code.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 83 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Ford Explorer HEV AWD.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 149 posts

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

April 02, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 143 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Ford Explorer HEV AWD for a while.

April 03, 2025 Reply

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