[Free Solution] Trying to sync new fob with FORD FOCUS 1600 TDCI - code needed?

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Digitalx
Member since September 2022 • 93 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my FORD FOCUS 1600 TDCI?

Posted on January 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the FORD FOCUS 1600 TDCI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 04, 2025

Replies (5)

Gamemaster
Member • 60 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old FORD FOCUS 1600 TDCI.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 25 posts

My FORD FOCUS 1600 TDCI just blinks. I think this might fix it.

January 05, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 98 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my FORD FOCUS 1600 TDCI.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 144 posts

Will this work if the FORD FOCUS 1600 TDCI has an aftermarket alarm?

January 07, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 118 posts

My FORD FOCUS 1600 TDCI is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

January 08, 2025 Reply

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