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

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Jazzmann
Member since October 2022 • 60 posts

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

Posted on September 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1914 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Lincoln MKZ. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Vectorprime
Member • 36 posts

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

September 21, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 145 posts

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

September 22, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 61 posts

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

September 23, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 111 posts

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

September 24, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 133 posts

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

September 25, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 85 posts

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

September 26, 2024 Reply

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