[Status: Resolved] My 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is asking for a key programming code

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Jazzhands
Member since March 2022 • 122 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Posted on December 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 518 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Oldschool
Member • 30 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe!

December 30, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 89 posts

Worked for someone with a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe? Need to hear it!

December 31, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 147 posts

Does this method work for the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe models from 2010 onward?

January 01, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 57 posts

Will this work if the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has an aftermarket alarm?

January 02, 2025 Reply

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