[Fixed] Need programming code to activate new key for 2004 Mercury Sable

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Frostydog
Member since April 2022 • 29 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2004 Mercury Sable - help?

Posted on May 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Mercury Sable. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 22, 2025

Replies (4)

Goldeneye
Member • 132 posts

Same issue here with my 2004 Mercury Sable, let me know if it works.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 23 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2004 Mercury Sable key issues!

May 23, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 99 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2004 Mercury Sable. Trying this now.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 131 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2004 Mercury Sable, following this thread.

May 25, 2025 Reply

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