[Status: Resolved] Trying to reprogram key for Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select Sedan, don’t have PIN

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Xrayvision
Member since March 2023 • 126 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select Sedan - help?

Posted on February 23, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 24, 2025

Replies (5)

Kingkong
Member • 66 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select Sedan. Thanks!

February 24, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 146 posts

Same problem on my Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select Sedan. Watching for any working solutions.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 83 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select Sedan. Trying this instead.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 147 posts

I think my Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select Sedan has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 114 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select Sedan. This is a lifesaver.

February 28, 2025 Reply

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