[Success] Where can I locate the key code to program a Kia Rondo key fob?

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Vectorx
Member since September 2021 • 49 posts

Need my Kia Rondo's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on December 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1762 posts

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

Posted on December 02, 2024

Replies (6)

Wildcard
Member • 126 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Kia Rondo.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 106 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Kia Rondo. This might do it.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 138 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Kia Rondo key issue.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 45 posts

Same issue here with my Kia Rondo, let me know if it works.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 26 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Kia Rondo, would this method still work?

December 06, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 20 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Kia Rondo.

December 07, 2024 Reply

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