[Answered] Can't program new key without code for 2017 Hyundai Sonata SE

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Where do they get the key code to program 2017 Hyundai Sonata SE keys at the dealer?

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Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2017 Hyundai Sonata SE.

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2017 Hyundai Sonata SE.

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2017 Hyundai Sonata SEs?

My mechanic said this might help with my 2017 Hyundai Sonata SE key issue.

Still can’t find the code for my 2017 Hyundai Sonata SE. This might do it.

Following along—same issue with my 2017 Hyundai Sonata SE.

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