[It Worked!] Key code sticker location in Kia Rio S Sedan models

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Bluemoon
Member since November 2021 • 17 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Kia Rio S Sedan?

Posted on February 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Rio S Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 10, 2025

Replies (4)

Lonewolf
Member • 143 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Kia Rio S Sedan this weekend.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 21 posts

Same issue here with my Kia Rio S Sedan, let me know if it works.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 8 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Kia Rio S Sedan.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 124 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Kia Rio S Sedan, thanks for posting!

February 13, 2025 Reply

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