[Fixed] Where is the transponder code located in a 2016 Hyundai Genesis?

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Voodoochild
Member since July 2022 • 113 posts

How to get my 2016 Hyundai Genesis's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on December 05, 2024
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Posted on December 06, 2024

Replies (3)

Alphamale
Member • 115 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2016 Hyundai Genesis too!

December 06, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 84 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2016 Hyundai Genesis.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 109 posts

Been here before with my 2016 Hyundai Genesis. Let’s see if this one works.

December 08, 2024 Reply

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