[Archived] Emergency key code service for 1993 Mercury Cougar owners

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Codeninja
Member since December 2021 • 10 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1993 Mercury Cougar?

Posted on August 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1115 posts

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

Posted on August 31, 2024

Replies (3)

Alphabeta
Member • 95 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1993 Mercury Cougar as well.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 134 posts

Same issue here with my 1993 Mercury Cougar, let me know if it works.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 147 posts

Will this work for older 1993 Mercury Cougars? Mine's a 2009.

September 02, 2024 Reply

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