[Archived] Any way to unlock 2000 Kia Sephia without key code?

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Jazzmann
Member since November 2021 • 83 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2000 Kia Sephia for programming keys?

Posted on September 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on September 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Cosmicray
Member • 111 posts

Just what I needed! My 2000 Kia Sephia has been acting up lately.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 144 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2000 Kia Sephia as well.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 129 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2000 Kia Sephia key issues!

September 07, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 117 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2000 Kia Sephia!

September 08, 2024 Reply

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