[It Worked!] How do I obtain the key code to program a 1999 Kia Sephia key fob?

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Gizmoguy
Member since March 2023 • 131 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 1999 Kia Sephia?

Posted on April 17, 2025
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Posted on April 18, 2025

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Wildthing
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Saved me from towing my 1999 Kia Sephia. Thanks!

April 18, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
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Key code problems with my 1999 Kia Sephia as well. Subscribed!

April 19, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
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Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1999 Kia Sephia.

April 20, 2025 Reply

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