[Fixed] Dealer says key code unavailable for Ford Explorer XLT

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Lightspeed
Member since June 2022 • 117 posts

How can I retrieve my Ford Explorer XLT's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on February 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Explorer XLT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 12, 2025

Replies (6)

Redalert
Member • 146 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Ford Explorer XLT!

February 12, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 93 posts

My Ford Explorer XLT just blinks. I think this might fix it.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 99 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Ford Explorer XLT!

February 14, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 71 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Ford Explorer XLT key code too.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 97 posts

Was about to give up on my Ford Explorer XLT, but this gives me hope.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 54 posts

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

February 17, 2025 Reply

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