[Issue Closed] Key code help for 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo with chipped keys

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Frostbyte
Member since March 2023 • 83 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo to program a key?

Posted on January 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1568 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 20, 2025

Replies (6)

Oldschool
Member • 117 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo all week. Hope this helps.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 73 posts

Was about to tow my 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo. Let me try this first.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 80 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo—need the code first.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 67 posts

Was about to tow my 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo. Let me try this first.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 20 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo. Huge thanks!

January 24, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 13 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo!

January 25, 2025 Reply

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