[Free Tool] Kia Optima FE immobilizer active - how do I reset it?

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Phoenixrise
Member since May 2022 • 120 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Kia Optima FE for key programming?

Posted on March 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Optima FE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 31, 2025

Replies (5)

Outlawstar
Member • 69 posts

Using this on my Kia Optima FE now. Hope it works.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 26 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Kia Optima FE's mystery code.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 122 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Kia Optima FE key issues!

April 02, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 134 posts

Just tried this on my Kia Optima FE—anyone else have success?

April 03, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 53 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Kia Optima FE.

April 04, 2025 Reply

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