[Success] European Ford Focus RS Hatchback key code in US - possible?

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

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Can’t believe this worked on my Ford Focus RS Hatchback. Huge thanks!

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Ford Focus RS Hatchback.

I think my Ford Focus RS Hatchback has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

I tried this with my Ford Focus RS Hatchback but still no luck. Any suggestions?

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