[Success] Replacing keys on a 2001 Ford Windstar Passenger - code required?

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Goldeneye
Member since August 2021 • 48 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2001 Ford Windstar Passenger key fob?

Posted on May 25, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Ford Windstar Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 26, 2025

Replies (4)

Betatest
Member • 18 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2001 Ford Windstar Passenger, hope someone can help.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 59 posts

Just tried this on my 2001 Ford Windstar Passenger—anyone else have success?

May 27, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 27 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2001 Ford Windstar Passenger too.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 82 posts

Same issue here with my 2001 Ford Windstar Passenger, let me know if it works.

May 29, 2025 Reply

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