[Archived] Any tricks to retrieve the key code for my Hyundai Matrix?

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How do I obtain the key code to program a Hyundai Matrix key fob?

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Will this work for older Hyundai Matrixs? Mine's a 2009.

Great info! Needed this for my old Hyundai Matrix.

Any updates on getting the key code for the Hyundai Matrix?

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Hyundai Matrix.

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