[Answered] Using OBD to get PIN code for Ford Mondeo 4 - safe?

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Alphacent
Member since November 2022 • 108 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Ford Mondeo 4?

Posted on December 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 753 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford Mondeo 4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Frostymug
Member • 52 posts

My Ford Mondeo 4 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

December 21, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 69 posts

Just tried this on my Ford Mondeo 4—anyone else have success?

December 22, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 83 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Ford Mondeo 4.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 131 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Ford Mondeo 4.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 30 posts

Following along—same issue with my Ford Mondeo 4.

December 25, 2024 Reply

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