[Success] Lost my only key - is it possible to get a code for 2004 Ford Freestar Passenger?

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Supernova
Member since August 2021 • 42 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2004 Ford Freestar Passenger?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Ford Freestar Passenger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 23, 2025

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Cyberghost
Member • 117 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2004 Ford Freestar Passenger this hard?!

April 23, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 72 posts

Saved me from towing my 2004 Ford Freestar Passenger. Thanks!

April 24, 2025 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 144 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2004 Ford Freestar Passenger!

April 25, 2025 Reply

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