[Solution] Transponder chip replaced - now 2016 Hyundai Sonata needs code?

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Turboboost
Member since July 2022 • 109 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2016 Hyundai Sonata

Posted on April 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1349 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 12, 2025

Replies (3)

Lonewolf
Member • 101 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2016 Hyundai Sonata!

April 12, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 122 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2016 Hyundai Sonata. Huge thanks!

April 13, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 31 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2016 Hyundai Sonata.

April 14, 2025 Reply

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