[Update] Where mechanics look for key code on 1999 Hyundai Sonata

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Killerbee
Member since December 2022 • 21 posts

Need my 1999 Hyundai Sonata's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on November 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Hyundai Sonata. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 14, 2024

Replies (3)

Pixelpusher
Member • 27 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1999 Hyundai Sonata?

November 14, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 85 posts

Was about to tow my 1999 Hyundai Sonata. Let me try this first.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 49 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1999 Hyundai Sonata too!

November 16, 2024 Reply

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