[Success] VIN-based key code for 2012 Kia Soul - is it reliable?

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Firestarter
Member since November 2022 • 66 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2012 Kia Soul

Posted on December 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1754 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Kia Soul. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Quantumx
Member • 77 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2012 Kia Soul.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 114 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2012 Kia Soul. Trying this instead.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 84 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2012 Kia Soul key code too.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 123 posts

My 2012 Kia Soul won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 29, 2024 Reply

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