[Update] Need key code for 2003 Kia Sedona with proximity fob

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Kungfupanda
Member since December 2022 • 75 posts

Looking for my 2003 Kia Sedona's factory key code to program a key

Posted on March 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Kia Sedona. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 29, 2025

Replies (3)

Thunderbolt
Member • 87 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2003 Kia Sedona. Trying this instead.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 66 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2003 Kia Sedona's mystery code.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 46 posts

Been here before with my 2003 Kia Sedona. Let’s see if this one works.

March 31, 2025 Reply

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