2016 key fob programming issues

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oldfieldcycles

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purchased a used 2016 model but it only came with 1 key fob. found a kia soul key fob on ebay used and the local dealer was unable to get it programmed, they thought it had water damage so i purchased a second one on ebay and they were still unable to program it. these were both fobs that were not specifically for the EV model, any chance this matters?
 
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That your local dealer didn't know that different keys are required for different Model Years is worrying.

There is a lot of information here - Lost Car Keys Replacement website

It is probably country specific. I have a 2015 Soul EV but my key looks like the second one.



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Worth mentioning that if you bought one of the Montreal taxi's that went up for auction last year - your 2nd key is in the gear shifter assembly.

One of the other threads mentions it and even has pictures showing you how to get to it. Hope this helps.
 
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