[Verified] Replacing keys on a Ford Mustang GT Convertible - code required?

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Where's the key code stored on a Ford Mustang GT Convertible for programming keys?

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My Ford Mustang GT Convertible's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Ford Mustang GT Convertible key code too.

Really need the key code for my Ford Mustang GT Convertible, thanks for sharing!

Looking for the same thing for my Ford Mustang GT Convertible, hope someone can help.

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Ford Mustang GT Convertible.

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