[Solved] Where to enter the transponder code in Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD OBD?

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Cosmicray
Member since October 2021 • 52 posts

How to get my Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on March 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 11, 2025

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Emeraldeye
Member • 113 posts

Been here before with my Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD. Let’s see if this one works.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 44 posts

This thread might save my Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD. Thanks everyone!

March 12, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 140 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD key issues!

March 13, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 45 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD. Thanks!

March 14, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
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Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD!

March 15, 2025 Reply

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