[Free Fix] Dealer won't share key code for my FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI

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Jazzmann
Member since October 2022 • 33 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI to program a key?

Posted on September 26, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 27, 2024

Replies (6)

Omegadog
Member • 53 posts

Trying to figure this out for my FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI too!

September 27, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 50 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI?

September 28, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 63 posts

My FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

September 29, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 70 posts

My FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 26 posts

Will this work if the FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI has an aftermarket alarm?

October 01, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 111 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a FORD S MAX 1800 TDCI.

October 02, 2024 Reply

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