[Working] How mechanics get key codes for Mercury Mystique

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Deltaforce
Member since December 2021 • 87 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Mercury Mystique

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1018 posts

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

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (6)

Killerinst
Member • 47 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Mercury Mystique!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 46 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Mercury Mystique, would this method still work?

September 21, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 101 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Mercury Mystique. Thanks!

September 22, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 140 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Mercury Mystique this weekend.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 133 posts

Will this work if the Mercury Mystique has an aftermarket alarm?

September 24, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 37 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Mercury Mystique.

September 25, 2024 Reply

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