[Free Tool] Any tricks to retrieve the key code for my 1996 Kia Sportage?

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Orangesoda
Member since September 2021 • 122 posts

Looking for my 1996 Kia Sportage's factory key code to program a key

Posted on January 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Kia Sportage. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 13, 2025

Replies (3)

Greengiant
Member • 7 posts

Same issue here with my 1996 Kia Sportage, let me know if it works.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 42 posts

Was about to tow my 1996 Kia Sportage. Let me try this first.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 22 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1996 Kia Sportage owner.

January 15, 2025 Reply

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