[Archived] How to find the factory key code to program Ford Transit Connect Wagon LWB keys?

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Ultraviolet
Member since October 2021 • 137 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Ford Transit Connect Wagon LWB?

Posted on May 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1915 posts

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

Posted on May 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Ghostrider
Member • 19 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Ford Transit Connect Wagon LWB.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 62 posts

If this works for my Ford Transit Connect Wagon LWB, I owe you big time.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 121 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Ford Transit Connect Wagon LWB's key code.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 82 posts

Saved me from towing my Ford Transit Connect Wagon LWB. Thanks!

May 28, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 80 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Ford Transit Connect Wagon LWB as well.

May 29, 2025 Reply

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