[Solved] Need key code after ECU replacement in Ford Focus FWD

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Captaincrunch
Member since May 2022 • 50 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Ford Focus FWD to program a key?

Posted on May 24, 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 FWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 25, 2025

Replies (3)

Flashgordon
Member • 104 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Ford Focus FWD!

May 25, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 9 posts

Was about to tow my Ford Focus FWD. Let me try this first.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 51 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Ford Focus FWD, hope this helps.

May 27, 2025 Reply

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