[Confirmed] Is the immobilizer code written anywhere on the 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS?

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Vortex22
Member since September 2022 • 139 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS for key programming?

Posted on November 27, 2024
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Posted on November 28, 2024

Replies (3)

Zetareticuli
Member • 114 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS for days.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 24 posts

Same issue here with my 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS, let me know if it works.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 134 posts

I have the same 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS and I'm also trying to find the key code.

November 30, 2024 Reply

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