[Success] Dealer wants proof for 2008 Hyundai Sonata key code - why?

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Killerbee
Member since April 2023 • 95 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2008 Hyundai Sonata

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1426 posts

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

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Neondream
Member • 29 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2008 Hyundai Sonata.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 33 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2008 Hyundai Sonata, would this method still work?

March 01, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 79 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2008 Hyundai Sonata?

March 02, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 118 posts

My 2008 Hyundai Sonata needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 03, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 70 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2008 Hyundai Sonata's key code.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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