[It Worked!] Looking for code retrieval service for Kia Sportage 2WD

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Fastlane
Member since February 2022 • 18 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Kia Sportage 2WD for making new keys?

Posted on February 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1837 posts

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

Posted on February 10, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphamale
Member • 85 posts

Trying this out on my Kia Sportage 2WD today—hoping it works.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Alice
Member • 43 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Kia Sportage 2WDs?

February 11, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 19 posts

My Kia Sportage 2WD's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

February 12, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 132 posts

Using this on my Kia Sportage 2WD now. Hope it works.

February 13, 2025 Reply

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