[Completed] Can't find the immobilizer PIN for my 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis

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Airjordan
Member since April 2022 • 37 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis?

Posted on December 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Flashgordon
Member • 110 posts

If this works for my 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis, I owe you big time.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 111 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis too.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 107 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. Thanks!

December 11, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 145 posts

Was about to tow my 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. Let me try this first.

December 12, 2024 Reply

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