[Success] How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2009 Kia Sedona?

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Frostydog
Member since July 2022 • 90 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2009 Kia Sedona for key programming?

Posted on November 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Kia Sedona. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 03, 2024

Replies (5)

Wildthing
Member • 126 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2009 Kia Sedona.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 81 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2009 Kia Sedona this hard?!

November 04, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 7 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2009 Kia Sedona, thanks for posting!

November 05, 2024 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 98 posts

Been stuck with my 2009 Kia Sedona for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 17 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2009 Kia Sedona owner.

November 07, 2024 Reply

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