[Answered] Key code help for 2001 Ford Windstar with switchblade key

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Emeraldeye
Member since November 2021 • 52 posts

Need my 2001 Ford Windstar's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on December 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1516 posts

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

Posted on December 03, 2024

Replies (3)

Silverfox
Member • 70 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2001 Ford Windstar.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 13 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2001 Ford Windstar for days.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 26 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2001 Ford Windstar for a while.

December 05, 2024 Reply

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