[Verified] Trying to sync new fob with Kia Soul Eco - code needed?

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Ninjastar
Member since June 2023 • 75 posts

Looking for my Kia Soul Eco's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on October 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 881 posts

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

Posted on October 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Xrayvision
Member • 105 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Kia Soul Eco too.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 56 posts

Was about to tow my Kia Soul Eco. Let me try this first.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 75 posts

Really need the key code for my Kia Soul Eco, thanks for sharing!

October 22, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 98 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Kia Soul Eco. Thanks!

October 23, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 14 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Kia Soul Eco won’t recognize the key.

October 24, 2024 Reply

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