[Working] Cheapest way to obtain Ford Del Rey key code

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Where's the key code stored in my Ford Del Rey for key programming?

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Wish I found this thread before towing my Ford Del Rey.

I have a 2011 Ford Del Rey, will this method work for that year?

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Ford Del Rey. Trying this now.

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