[Closed] Got a blank key - how to program for Kia Sportage EX HEV SUV?

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Alphadog
Member since May 2022 • 82 posts

How to get my Kia Sportage EX HEV SUV's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on September 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1053 posts

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

Posted on September 28, 2024

Replies (6)

Lionheart
Member • 79 posts

Been stuck with my Kia Sportage EX HEV SUV for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 70 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Kia Sportage EX HEV SUV this hard?!

September 29, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 50 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Kia Sportage EX HEV SUV. This looks promising.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 11 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Kia Sportage EX HEV SUV!

October 01, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 39 posts

Following this for my Kia Sportage EX HEV SUV. Please update if it works!

October 02, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 94 posts

Saved me from towing my Kia Sportage EX HEV SUV. Thanks!

October 03, 2024 Reply

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