[Free Fix] Is the ignition code same as PIN for Hyundai Santa Fe II?

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Haloeffect
Member since May 2023 • 123 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Hyundai Santa Fe II - where's the key code?

Posted on October 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 807 posts

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

Posted on October 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Purplerain
Member • 131 posts

I have a 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe II, will this method work for that year?

October 04, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 75 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe II.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 85 posts

My Hyundai Santa Fe II won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 70 posts

I have a 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe II, will this method work for that year?

October 07, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 59 posts

My Hyundai Santa Fe II just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 70 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Hyundai Santa Fe II. Huge thanks!

October 09, 2024 Reply

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