[Closed] How do I find the immobilizer code for my 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe?

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Techlord
Member since March 2022 • 64 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe keys?

Posted on January 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 570 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Ironwill
Member • 139 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe too.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 76 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe!

January 12, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 47 posts

Just tried this on my 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe—anyone else have success?

January 13, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 128 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 23 posts

Following this for my 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. Please update if it works!

January 15, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 27 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe owner.

January 16, 2025 Reply

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