[Solution] Is the ignition lock coded separately in Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV?

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Frostydog
Member since February 2022 • 70 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV for making new keys?

Posted on August 26, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (6)

Rustynail
Member • 92 posts

Was about to give up on my Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV, but this gives me hope.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 112 posts

I think my Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 104 posts

This just might solve my Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV's ignition issue.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 31 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV. Thanks!

August 30, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 96 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 76 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Kia Sorento SX Limited SUV. Trying this now.

September 01, 2024 Reply

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