[Free Fix] Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 1992 Hyundai Elantra?

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Cosmicray
Member since December 2021 • 120 posts

How can I access my 1992 Hyundai Elantra's key code to program new keys?

Posted on November 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Hyundai Elantra. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 18, 2024

Replies (3)

Purplerain
Member • 118 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1992 Hyundai Elantra for a while.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 19 posts

Saved me from towing my 1992 Hyundai Elantra. Thanks!

November 19, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 53 posts

I tried this with my 1992 Hyundai Elantra but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 20, 2024 Reply

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