[Answered] Any luck getting the 2009 Lincoln MKX PIN code without original key?

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Where do I get the key code for my 2009 Lincoln MKX to make a spare key?

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Desperate to get my 2009 Lincoln MKX running again. Trying this tonight.

My 2009 Lincoln MKX has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2009 Lincoln MKX.

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