[Update] Ford Focus ST Line X immobilizer not responding after new key

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Redbaron
Member since April 2022 • 103 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Ford Focus ST Line X key fob?

Posted on January 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1956 posts

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

Posted on January 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Alphabeta
Member • 73 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Ford Focus ST Line X. This might do it.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 5 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Ford Focus ST Line X.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 90 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Ford Focus ST Line X.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 10 posts

My Ford Focus ST Line X has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 19, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 6 posts

Just tried this on my Ford Focus ST Line X—anyone else have success?

January 20, 2025 Reply

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