[Recommended Fix] Can rental company give key code for Kia Rondo LX MPV?

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Alphacent
Member since November 2022 • 121 posts

Looking for my Kia Rondo LX MPV's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on May 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 Rondo LX MPV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 26, 2025

Replies (4)

Bluesteel
Member • 18 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Kia Rondo LX MPV. Trying this instead.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 9 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Kia Rondo LX MPV.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 56 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Kia Rondo LX MPV.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 98 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Kia Rondo LX MPV!

May 29, 2025 Reply

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