[Answered] Programmed new key but 1999 Mercury Tracer still won’t start - code?

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Greenlantern
Member since June 2023 • 128 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 1999 Mercury Tracer key?

Posted on April 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 663 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Mercury Tracer. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 11, 2025

Replies (3)

Haloeffect
Member • 37 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1999 Mercury Tracer.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 19 posts

Just tried this on my 1999 Mercury Tracer—anyone else have success?

April 12, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 12 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1999 Mercury Tracer!

April 13, 2025 Reply

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