[Free Fix] Any success recovering lost code from old 2002 Ford Windstar Cargo keys?

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Pixelpusher
Member since March 2023 • 48 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2002 Ford Windstar Cargo key fob?

Posted on September 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Ford Windstar Cargo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 29, 2024

Replies (4)

Digitalnomad
Member • 51 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2002 Ford Windstar Cargo, following this thread.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 80 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2002 Ford Windstar Cargo, would this method still work?

September 30, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 104 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2002 Ford Windstar Cargos?

October 01, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 121 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2002 Ford Windstar Cargo. Thanks!

October 02, 2024 Reply

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