[Update] Replacing immobilizer module on 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid - need to reprogram?

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Eve
Member since July 2023 • 94 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid?

Posted on April 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1194 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 19, 2025

Replies (3)

Wildthing
Member • 5 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 130 posts

Will this work for older 2020 Kia Optima Hybrids? Mine's a 2009.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 116 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid too!

April 21, 2025 Reply

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