[Answered] Verify 2009 Mercury Mariner key code before paying dealer

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Warpspeed
Member since January 2022 • 94 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 2009 Mercury Mariner - where's the key code?

Posted on August 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1483 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Mercury Mariner. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Techlord
Member • 61 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2009 Mercury Mariner. Giving it a go myself.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 90 posts

Anyone try this on a 2009 Mercury Mariner with push-button start?

August 12, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 118 posts

I tried this with my 2009 Mercury Mariner but still no luck. Any suggestions?

August 13, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 102 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2009 Mercury Mariner!

August 14, 2024 Reply

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