[Method] Need help finding my Kia Sorento S SUV's key code

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Nighthawk
Member since January 2022 • 82 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Kia Sorento S SUV - where's the key code?

Posted on March 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Sorento S SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 30, 2025

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Aceventura
Member • 54 posts

Worked for someone with a Kia Sorento S SUV? Need to hear it!

March 30, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 142 posts

This thread might save my Kia Sorento S SUV. Thanks everyone!

March 31, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 21 posts

This thread might save my Kia Sorento S SUV. Thanks everyone!

April 01, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 80 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Kia Sorento S SUV!

April 02, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 64 posts

I tried this with my Kia Sorento S SUV but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 03, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
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Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Kia Sorento S SUV. This is a lifesaver.

April 04, 2025 Reply

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