[Free Fix] Dealer refusing key code for my 1996 Mercury Mystique - options?

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Ironman
Member since June 2022 • 48 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1996 Mercury Mystique to make a spare key?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1853 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Mercury Mystique. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (3)

Vortex22
Member • 127 posts

Will this work if the 1996 Mercury Mystique has an aftermarket alarm?

April 23, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 20 posts

Using this on my 1996 Mercury Mystique now. Hope it works.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 10 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1996 Mercury Mystique as well.

April 25, 2025 Reply

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