[Free Fix] Lincoln MKZ Sedan not accepting cloned key - code problem?

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Xenowarrior
Member since October 2022 • 116 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Lincoln MKZ Sedan?

Posted on August 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on August 22, 2024

Replies (4)

Crazycat
Member • 22 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Lincoln MKZ Sedan!

August 22, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 81 posts

My Lincoln MKZ Sedan refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 59 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Lincoln MKZ Sedan!

August 24, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 127 posts

Been stuck with my Lincoln MKZ Sedan for weeks. This might be the fix.

August 25, 2024 Reply

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