[Method] Key code not working on my 2004 Kia Amanti

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Yellowdog
Member since May 2023 • 119 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2004 Kia Amanti for programming keys?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1274 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Kia Amanti. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Alphamax
Member • 118 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2004 Kia Amanti key issue.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 127 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2004 Kia Amanti.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 51 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2004 Kia Amanti too.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 26 posts

I think my 2004 Kia Amanti has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 57 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2004 Kia Amanti.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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