[Recommended Fix] Looking for VIN-to-code service for my FORD FOCUS 1800 TDCI

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Gizmoguy
Member since June 2023 • 23 posts

Where's the key code stored in my FORD FOCUS 1800 TDCI for key programming?

Posted on October 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the FORD FOCUS 1800 TDCI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Highvoltage
Member • 71 posts

My FORD FOCUS 1800 TDCI won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 61 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a FORD FOCUS 1800 TDCI?

October 25, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 81 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my FORD FOCUS 1800 TDCI!

October 26, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 13 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my FORD FOCUS 1800 TDCI too.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 78 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my FORD FOCUS 1800 TDCI, following this thread.

October 28, 2024 Reply

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