[Answered] Trying to start a Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2WD without immobilizer PIN

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Xenoking
Member since March 2022 • 148 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2WD for key programming?

Posted on January 05, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 911 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 06, 2025

Replies (5)

Luckyluke
Member • 14 posts

My Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2WD has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 06, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 68 posts

Anyone try this on a Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2WD with push-button start?

January 07, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 117 posts

My Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2WD just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 105 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2WD. Trying this now.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 84 posts

My Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2WD needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 10, 2025 Reply

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