[Issue Closed] Getting key code for 2018 Kia Forte with chip key

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Whitenoise
Member since July 2022 • 24 posts

Need my 2018 Kia Forte's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on August 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1613 posts

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

Posted on August 10, 2024

Replies (5)

Purplerain
Member • 36 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2018 Kia Forte. Trying this now.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 126 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2018 Kia Forte!

August 11, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 42 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2018 Kia Forte as well.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 56 posts

I’m not alone! My 2018 Kia Forte is doing the same thing.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 93 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2018 Kia Forte.

August 14, 2024 Reply

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