[It Worked!] 1997 Ford Probe not starting - no key programming code

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Aceventura
Member since May 2022 • 19 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1997 Ford Probe

Posted on January 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 587 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Ford Probe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 07, 2025

Replies (3)

Jedimaster
Member • 132 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1997 Ford Probe.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 19 posts

Will this work if the 1997 Ford Probe has an aftermarket alarm?

January 08, 2025 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 7 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1997 Ford Probe for a while.

January 09, 2025 Reply

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