[Status: Resolved] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label

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Happycamper
Member since December 2021 • 118 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label to make keys?

Posted on October 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Gamemaster
Member • 112 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label. Need the code badly.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 24 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 44 posts

My 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 18, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 95 posts

Same issue here with my 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label, let me know if it works.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 86 posts

My 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 55 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2017 Lincoln MKX Black Label before?

October 21, 2024 Reply

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