[Confirmed Fix] Dealer refusing key code for my Ford Mystre - options?

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How to get the factory key code for my Ford Mystre to make keys?

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Wish I found this thread before towing my Ford Mystre.

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Ford Mystre owner.

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