[Confirmed] Desperate to get the key code for my Kia Sportage IV

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Digitalnomad
Member since May 2022 • 80 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Kia Sportage IV keys?

Posted on November 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Sportage IV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostbyte
Member • 54 posts

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

November 09, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 72 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Kia Sportage IV.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 107 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Kia Sportage IV. Giving it a go myself.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 86 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Kia Sportage IV's key code.

November 12, 2024 Reply

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