[Update] Lincoln MKT SUV won’t accept new key - transponder issue?

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Jazzmann
Member since May 2022 • 149 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Lincoln MKT SUV?

Posted on May 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on May 06, 2025

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Bluemoon
Member • 121 posts

This just might solve my Lincoln MKT SUV's ignition issue.

May 06, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 104 posts

Key code problems with my Lincoln MKT SUV as well. Subscribed!

May 07, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 106 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Lincoln MKT SUV too!

May 08, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
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Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Lincoln MKT SUV.

May 09, 2025 Reply

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