[Completed] Can tire shop access key code for 2003 Ford Windstar?

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Blackwidow
Member since April 2022 • 15 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2003 Ford Windstar

Posted on October 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1958 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Ford Windstar. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 30, 2024

Replies (5)

Betatest
Member • 85 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2003 Ford Windstar this weekend.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 86 posts

My 2003 Ford Windstar won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 114 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2003 Ford Windstar!

November 01, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 121 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2003 Ford Windstar, would this method still work?

November 02, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 59 posts

My 2003 Ford Windstar just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 03, 2024 Reply

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