[Method] Need to program a key for my 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo but don’t have the code

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Windwalker
Member since July 2023 • 23 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo?

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (6)

Alphacent
Member • 18 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo!

November 02, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 116 posts

Using this on my 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo now. Hope it works.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 150 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo key issue.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 67 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 7 posts

Was about to tow my 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo. Let me try this first.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 16 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo!

November 07, 2024 Reply

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