[Update] Need to clone a key for 2009 Lincoln MKZ - but no code

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How can I find my 2009 Lincoln MKZ's key code to program a new key?

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My 2009 Lincoln MKZ won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2009 Lincoln MKZ.

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2009 Lincoln MKZ as well.

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2009 Lincoln MKZ—need the code first.

Been here before with my 2009 Lincoln MKZ. Let’s see if this one works.

Worked for someone with a 2009 Lincoln MKZ? Need to hear it!

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