[Solved] My Hyundai Tiburon key fob works, but car won’t start - code issue?

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Zetareticuli
Member since June 2023 • 68 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Hyundai Tiburon for programming keys?

Posted on January 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1193 posts

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

Posted on January 02, 2025

Replies (3)

Ultrasonic
Member • 51 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Hyundai Tiburon. Huge thanks!

January 02, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 134 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Hyundai Tiburon.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 47 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Hyundai Tiburon.

January 04, 2025 Reply

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