[Archived] Hyundai HD65 72 78 keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Alice
Member since October 2021 • 115 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Hyundai HD65 72 78 keys?

Posted on October 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Hyundai HD65 72 78. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 02, 2024

Replies (3)

Voodoochild
Member • 102 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Hyundai HD65 72 78. Trying this instead.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 61 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Hyundai HD65 72 78 too.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 12 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Hyundai HD65 72 78.

October 04, 2024 Reply

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