[Free Fix] Is the ignition lock coded separately in 2019 Kia Stinger Base?

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Younggun
Member since December 2022 • 18 posts

How can I retrieve my 2019 Kia Stinger Base's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on September 20, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2019 Kia Stinger Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 21, 2024

Replies (4)

Blackwidow
Member • 140 posts

I have the same 2019 Kia Stinger Base and I'm also trying to find the key code.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 114 posts

Using this on my 2019 Kia Stinger Base now. Hope it works.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 13 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2019 Kia Stinger Base.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 143 posts

This just might solve my 2019 Kia Stinger Base's ignition issue.

September 24, 2024 Reply

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