[Working] Need to program a key for my 2018 Lincoln MKC but don’t have the code

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Orangesoda
Member since November 2022 • 44 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2018 Lincoln MKC to program a key?

Posted on August 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Lincoln MKC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 31, 2024

Replies (5)

Darkangel
Member • 17 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2018 Lincoln MKC—might work for mine too.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 119 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2018 Lincoln MKC won’t recognize the key.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 121 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2018 Lincoln MKC too.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 148 posts

I have the same 2018 Lincoln MKC and I'm also trying to find the key code.

September 03, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 19 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2018 Lincoln MKC!

September 04, 2024 Reply

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