[Resolved] Key code problem with my 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium, need help

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Unclesam
Member since September 2022 • 55 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium for key programming?

Posted on May 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Urbanlegend
Member • 68 posts

My 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 58 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium's key code.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 11 posts

My 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

May 12, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 75 posts

Was about to tow my 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium. Let me try this first.

May 13, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 6 posts

Just what I needed! My 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium has been acting up lately.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
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Saved me from towing my 2000 Mercury Sable LS Premium. Thanks!

May 15, 2025 Reply

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