[Update] 2016 Kia Optima EX repair stalled - missing immobilizer code

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Hotrod
Member since December 2022 • 11 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2016 Kia Optima EX to program a key?

Posted on March 13, 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 Optima EX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Javajunkie
Member • 35 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2016 Kia Optima EX's key code.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 49 posts

My 2016 Kia Optima EX just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 93 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2016 Kia Optima EX key issue.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 38 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2016 Kia Optima EX this hard?!

March 17, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 149 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2016 Kia Optima EX, would this method still work?

March 18, 2025 Reply

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