[Answered] Trying to program a new key for my 2010 Hyundai Elantra - where's the key code?

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Alphacent
Member since January 2023 • 102 posts

Looking for my 2010 Hyundai Elantra's factory key code to program a key

Posted on March 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Hyundai Elantra. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 20, 2025

Replies (4)

Neonqueen
Member • 96 posts

My 2010 Hyundai Elantra just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 59 posts

My 2010 Hyundai Elantra refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 115 posts

Will this work for older 2010 Hyundai Elantras? Mine's a 2009.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 40 posts

This thread might save my 2010 Hyundai Elantra. Thanks everyone!

March 23, 2025 Reply

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