[Success] How to reset my Ford Explorer ST Line SUV's immobilizer?

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Zombieslayer
Member since May 2022 • 101 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Ford Explorer ST Line SUV for key programming?

Posted on August 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 588 posts

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

Posted on August 28, 2024

Replies (4)

Betamax
Member • 71 posts

I’m not alone! My Ford Explorer ST Line SUV is doing the same thing.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 15 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Ford Explorer ST Line SUV key code too.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 63 posts

Following this for my Ford Explorer ST Line SUV. Please update if it works!

August 30, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 56 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Ford Explorer ST Line SUV, thanks for posting!

August 31, 2024 Reply

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