[Closed] Locked out of diagnostics - 1995 Kia Sportage asks for access code

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Xenoking
Member since April 2022 • 77 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1995 Kia Sportage to make a spare key?

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1995 Kia Sportage. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Javaking
Member • 84 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1995 Kia Sportage won’t recognize the key.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 65 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1995 Kia Sportage's key code.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 120 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1995 Kia Sportage for a while.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 11 posts

My 1995 Kia Sportage needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 11, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 51 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 1995 Kia Sportage's key code issue!

March 12, 2025 Reply

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