[It Worked!] Just changed battery, now Kia Amanti asks for a PIN code

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Laserbeam
Member since October 2022 • 45 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Kia Amanti?

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1535 posts

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

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Whitenoise
Member • 131 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Kia Amanti. Giving it a go myself.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 78 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Kia Amanti.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 65 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Kia Amanti.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 104 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Kia Amanti too!

May 22, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 144 posts

Following along—same issue with my Kia Amanti.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 20 posts

I have a 2011 Kia Amanti, will this method work for that year?

May 24, 2025 Reply

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