[Solution] Can my mechanic find key code for 1998 Mercury Tracer?

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Zerogravity
Member since June 2023 • 146 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1998 Mercury Tracer to program a key?

Posted on January 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Mercury Tracer. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Digitaldude
Member • 144 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1998 Mercury Tracer.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 123 posts

Does this method work for the 1998 Mercury Tracer models from 2010 onward?

January 24, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 142 posts

I tried this with my 1998 Mercury Tracer but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 25, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 110 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1998 Mercury Tracer too!

January 26, 2025 Reply

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