[Status: Resolved] 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII key lost and no code - what are my options?

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Happyfeet
Member since December 2022 • 58 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1674 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Gamemaster
Member • 108 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII?

May 19, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 79 posts

Following this for my 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. Please update if it works!

May 20, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 143 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, hope someone can help.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 113 posts

Trying this on my 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII later. Will report back.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 49 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII!

May 23, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 76 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII too!

May 24, 2025 Reply

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