[It Worked!] Can locksmith pull key code from my Kia Optima SX Limited AT?

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Flyingmonk
Member since July 2022 • 46 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Kia Optima SX Limited AT for key programming?

Posted on November 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1059 posts

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

Posted on November 11, 2024

Replies (6)

Killerinst
Member • 35 posts

Key code problems with my Kia Optima SX Limited AT as well. Subscribed!

November 11, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 35 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Kia Optima SX Limited AT?

November 12, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 56 posts

My Kia Optima SX Limited AT is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 141 posts

Worked for someone with a Kia Optima SX Limited AT? Need to hear it!

November 14, 2024 Reply
Diana
Member • 149 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Kia Optima SX Limited AT.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 62 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Kia Optima SX Limited AT as well.

November 16, 2024 Reply

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