[Method] European Ford Explorer Sport key code in US - possible?

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Echolima
Member since November 2022 • 114 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Ford Explorer Sport?

Posted on November 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1179 posts

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

Posted on November 29, 2024

Replies (3)

Xenowarrior
Member • 105 posts

I’m not alone! My Ford Explorer Sport is doing the same thing.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 24 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Ford Explorer Sports?

November 30, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 75 posts

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

December 01, 2024 Reply

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