[It Worked!] 1997 Ford Windstar Cargo immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Cosmokid
Member since December 2022 • 33 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1997 Ford Windstar Cargo

Posted on October 13, 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 Windstar Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 14, 2024

Replies (3)

Jazzhands
Member • 48 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1997 Ford Windstar Cargo.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 141 posts

I think my 1997 Ford Windstar Cargo has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 11 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1997 Ford Windstar Cargo. Thanks!

October 16, 2024 Reply

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