[It Worked!] Looking for key code solution for my Kia Optima

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Urbanninja
Member since October 2022 • 79 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Kia Optima

Posted on March 25, 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. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 26, 2025

Replies (4)

Ziggystar
Member • 31 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Kia Optima for days.

March 26, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 36 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Kia Optima.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 125 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Kia Optima.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 75 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Kia Optima.

March 29, 2025 Reply

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