[Update] Anyone know where to find the ignition code for a Mercury Mountaineer AWD?

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Unclesam
Member since June 2023 • 101 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Mercury Mountaineer AWD keys at the dealer?

Posted on September 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mercury Mountaineer AWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbite
Member • 139 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Mercury Mountaineer AWD.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 65 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Mercury Mountaineer AWD.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 105 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Mercury Mountaineer AWD's mystery code.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 147 posts

Just tried this on my Mercury Mountaineer AWD—anyone else have success?

September 19, 2024 Reply

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