[Fixed] Ford Windstar immobilizer not responding after new key

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Hotshot
Member since September 2022 • 84 posts

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

Posted on March 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 761 posts

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

Posted on March 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Hackman
Member • 40 posts

Anyone try this on a Ford Windstar with push-button start?

March 14, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 128 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Ford Windstar!

March 15, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 145 posts

My Ford Windstar won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 47 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Ford Windstar?

March 17, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 91 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Ford Windstar as well.

March 18, 2025 Reply

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