[Free Solution] Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Vikingking
Member since July 2022 • 71 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended key fob?

Posted on May 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1248 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 12, 2025

Replies (6)

Skywalker
Member • 6 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended key issue.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 125 posts

I have a 2011 Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended, will this method work for that year?

May 13, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 58 posts

My Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 92 posts

Was about to tow my Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended. Let me try this first.

May 15, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 126 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended too.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 47 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Lincoln Navigator Select L Extended.

May 17, 2025 Reply

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