[It Worked!] Trying to program a new key for 2016 Kia Forte LX - code required?

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Matrixfan
Member since January 2022 • 90 posts

Need my 2016 Kia Forte LX's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on April 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Kia Forte LX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Yellowfin
Member • 31 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2016 Kia Forte LX too.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 108 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2016 Kia Forte LX.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 42 posts

Saved me from towing my 2016 Kia Forte LX. Thanks!

April 09, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 16 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2016 Kia Forte LX!

April 10, 2025 Reply

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