[Status: Resolved] Bought used 1986 Lincoln MK 7 - where's the key code?

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Rogueone
Member since July 2022 • 123 posts

Need my 1986 Lincoln MK 7's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on December 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Lincoln MK 7. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Lightspeed
Member • 56 posts

I have a 2011 1986 Lincoln MK 7, will this method work for that year?

December 24, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 55 posts

Saved me from towing my 1986 Lincoln MK 7. Thanks!

December 25, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 79 posts

I have the same 1986 Lincoln MK 7 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 14 posts

My 1986 Lincoln MK 7 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 58 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1986 Lincoln MK 7 owner.

December 28, 2024 Reply

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