[Free Tool] How to get the key code to program keys for my Kia Sorento 2WD?

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Titanium
Member since February 2023 • 109 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Kia Sorento 2WD

Posted on December 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 635 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Sorento 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Pandaexpress
Member • 57 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Kia Sorento 2WD.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 111 posts

My Kia Sorento 2WD needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

December 06, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 70 posts

My Kia Sorento 2WD just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 8 posts

Been stuck with my Kia Sorento 2WD for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 51 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Kia Sorento 2WD.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 79 posts

I think my Kia Sorento 2WD has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 10, 2024 Reply

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