[Free Fix] 2003 Kia Sorento stuck in anti-theft mode - code lost

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Irongiant
Member since October 2022 • 122 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2003 Kia Sorento to program a key?

Posted on August 18, 2024
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Posted on August 19, 2024

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Icecold
Member • 47 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2003 Kia Sorento. Trying this now.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
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Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2003 Kia Sorento.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
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Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2003 Kia Sorento.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Electric
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Saved me from towing my 2003 Kia Sorento. Thanks!

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Hotrod
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Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2003 Kia Sorento. This is a lifesaver.

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