[Confirmed] Key cloning didn’t work - 1995 Ford Windstar Cargo still needs code

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Iceberg
Member since August 2022 • 37 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1995 Ford Windstar Cargo

Posted on October 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1347 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1995 Ford Windstar Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Purplehaze
Member • 139 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 1995 Ford Windstar Cargo. This looks promising.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 38 posts

My 1995 Ford Windstar Cargo's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 49 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1995 Ford Windstar Cargo—might work for mine too.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 16 posts

I’m not alone! My 1995 Ford Windstar Cargo is doing the same thing.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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