[Solution] Stolen keys - need key code for my 2004 Lincoln Town Car Ultimate

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Where's the key code located on a 2004 Lincoln Town Car Ultimate for key programming?

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I tried this with my 2004 Lincoln Town Car Ultimate but still no luck. Any suggestions?

This just might solve my 2004 Lincoln Town Car Ultimate's ignition issue.

My 2004 Lincoln Town Car Ultimate has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2004 Lincoln Town Car Ultimate!

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