[Solved] Dealer charging $150 for Ford Fiesta FWD key code - alternatives?

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Laserbeam
Member since March 2022 • 150 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Ford Fiesta FWD for key programming?

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1052 posts

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

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Electricboog
Member • 40 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Ford Fiesta FWD.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 35 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Ford Fiesta FWD as well.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 56 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Ford Fiesta FWD.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 63 posts

My Ford Fiesta FWD's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 102 posts

I have a 2011 Ford Fiesta FWD, will this method work for that year?

August 25, 2024 Reply

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