[Solution] Trying to program a new key for my Hyundai Kona SEL SUV - where's the key code?

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Warpspeed
Member since January 2022 • 116 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Hyundai Kona SEL SUV keys?

Posted on March 29, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1663 posts

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

Posted on March 30, 2025

Replies (5)

Electriceel
Member • 106 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Hyundai Kona SEL SUV. Giving it a go myself.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 114 posts

Does this method work for the Hyundai Kona SEL SUV models from 2010 onward?

March 31, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 73 posts

Just what I needed! My Hyundai Kona SEL SUV has been acting up lately.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 6 posts

Was about to tow my Hyundai Kona SEL SUV. Let me try this first.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 99 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Hyundai Kona SEL SUV's key code.

April 03, 2025 Reply

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