[Closed] Can detailer access key code for 1998 Lincoln Town Car?

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Fastlane
Member since May 2023 • 62 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1998 Lincoln Town Car?

Posted on February 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 956 posts

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

Posted on February 17, 2025

Replies (4)

Zombiehunt
Member • 78 posts

Saved me from towing my 1998 Lincoln Town Car. Thanks!

February 17, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 8 posts

Does this method work for the 1998 Lincoln Town Car models from 2010 onward?

February 18, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 22 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1998 Lincoln Town Car too.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 80 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1998 Lincoln Town Car.

February 20, 2025 Reply

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