[Free Fix] How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Ford Scorpio?

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How to find the key code to program keys for my Ford Scorpio?

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Finally, something that might help with my Ford Scorpio's key code issue!

This trick worked for my buddy's Ford Scorpio. Giving it a go myself.

Worked on my cousin’s Ford Scorpio—might work for mine too.

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Ford Scorpio.

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

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Ford Scorpio, hope this helps.

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