[Archived] DIY method for retrieving PIN from Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Sedan ECU?

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Yellowdog
Member since May 2023 • 84 posts

Need my Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Sedan's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Grace
Member • 95 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Sedan too!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 74 posts

Worked for someone with a Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Sedan? Need to hear it!

September 21, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 148 posts

Been stuck with my Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Sedan for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 62 posts

My Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited Sedan has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 23, 2024 Reply

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