[Confirmed] How do I obtain the key code to program a 2004 Hyundai Elantra key fob?

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Omegared
Member since July 2022 • 145 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2004 Hyundai Elantra

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 11, 2025

Replies (4)

Zetajones
Member • 110 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2004 Hyundai Elantra won’t recognize the key.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 53 posts

Trying this on my 2004 Hyundai Elantra later. Will report back.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 138 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2004 Hyundai Elantra?

February 13, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 42 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2004 Hyundai Elantra for a while.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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