[Archived] Anyone tried key programming on 1991 Mercury Capri without PIN?

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Flyingmonk
Member since November 2021 • 108 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 1991 Mercury Capri?

Posted on August 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1991 Mercury Capri. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 24, 2024

Replies (4)

Neontiger
Member • 121 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1991 Mercury Capri!

August 24, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 135 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1991 Mercury Capri key issue.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 49 posts

My 1991 Mercury Capri refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 40 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1991 Mercury Capri this weekend.

August 27, 2024 Reply

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