[Answered] Ford Focus Station Wagon security light flashing - won't start

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Javaking
Member since December 2021 • 60 posts

How can I obtain my Ford Focus Station Wagon's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 20, 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 Station Wagon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Yellowjacket
Member • 8 posts

I have a 2011 Ford Focus Station Wagon, will this method work for that year?

October 21, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 109 posts

Anyone try this on a Ford Focus Station Wagon with push-button start?

October 22, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 37 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Ford Focus Station Wagon key issues!

October 23, 2024 Reply

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