[Archived] My 2017 Kia Sportage EX key fob works, but car won’t start - code issue?

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Captainkirk
Member since January 2023 • 70 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2017 Kia Sportage EX for making new keys?

Posted on March 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1421 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Kia Sportage EX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 21, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphabeta
Member • 111 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2017 Kia Sportage EX key code too.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 79 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2017 Kia Sportage EX. Trying this instead.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 40 posts

My 2017 Kia Sportage EX just blinks. I think this might fix it.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 88 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2017 Kia Sportage EX, thanks for posting!

March 24, 2025 Reply

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