[Recommended Fix] Looking for someone who got Ford Explorer Sport 4WD code without dealership

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Omegaman
Member since October 2022 • 49 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Ford Explorer Sport 4WD for key programming?

Posted on August 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1033 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Explorer Sport 4WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Matrixfan
Member • 104 posts

My Ford Explorer Sport 4WD is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 13 posts

Really need the key code for my Ford Explorer Sport 4WD, thanks for sharing!

August 21, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 97 posts

Trying this out on my Ford Explorer Sport 4WD today—hoping it works.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 43 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Ford Explorer Sport 4WD.

August 23, 2024 Reply

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