[Confirmed Fix] Programmed new key but 2011 Lincoln Town Car still won’t start - code?

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Ironman
Member since October 2021 • 27 posts

How to get my 2011 Lincoln Town Car's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on December 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1227 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Lincoln Town Car. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 09, 2024

Replies (6)

Ghostrider
Member • 118 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2011 Lincoln Town Car.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 135 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2011 Lincoln Town Car!

December 10, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 33 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2011 Lincoln Town Car?

December 11, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 83 posts

If this works for my 2011 Lincoln Town Car, I owe you big time.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 31 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2011 Lincoln Town Car.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 113 posts

Key code problems with my 2011 Lincoln Town Car as well. Subscribed!

December 14, 2024 Reply

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