[Status: Resolved] Trying to register new fob for Hyundai Kona Electric Limited SUV - stuck on code

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Emeraldeye
Member since May 2022 • 136 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Hyundai Kona Electric Limited SUV to program a key?

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Hyundai Kona Electric Limited SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (3)

Xenoking
Member • 45 posts

Trying this on my Hyundai Kona Electric Limited SUV later. Will report back.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 7 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Hyundai Kona Electric Limited SUV—need the code first.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 51 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Hyundai Kona Electric Limited SUV too!

August 16, 2024 Reply

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