[Verified] Key cloning didn’t work - 2001 Lincoln Navigator still needs code

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Firestarter
Member since October 2022 • 84 posts

How can I obtain my 2001 Lincoln Navigator's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on April 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1473 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Lincoln Navigator. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Omegadog
Member • 97 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2001 Lincoln Navigator all week. Hope this helps.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 33 posts

My 2001 Lincoln Navigator refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 133 posts

My 2001 Lincoln Navigator just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 68 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2001 Lincoln Navigator's key code.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 85 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2001 Lincoln Navigator, following this thread.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 150 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2001 Lincoln Navigator. Huge thanks!

April 20, 2025 Reply

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