[Issue Closed] Can’t find my 2018 Kia Cadenza ignition code, stuck!

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Icecold
Member since January 2023 • 108 posts

How can I access my 2018 Kia Cadenza's key code to program new keys?

Posted on August 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1702 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Kia Cadenza. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Happycamper
Member • 89 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2018 Kia Cadenza.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 44 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2018 Kia Cadenza.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 115 posts

Really need the key code for my 2018 Kia Cadenza, thanks for sharing!

August 22, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 19 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2018 Kia Cadenza for a while.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 7 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2018 Kia Cadenza.

August 24, 2024 Reply

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