[Method] Ford Kuga 2 stopped working after jump-start - immobilizer?

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Goldenret
Member since June 2023 • 147 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Ford Kuga 2?

Posted on August 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Kuga 2. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Turboboost
Member • 90 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Ford Kuga 2.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 37 posts

Was about to tow my Ford Kuga 2. Let me try this first.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 96 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Ford Kuga 2. This looks promising.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 9 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Ford Kuga 2 before?

August 10, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 132 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Ford Kuga 2's key code.

August 11, 2024 Reply

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