[Closed] How do I bypass the immobilizer code on my Kia Bongo?

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Goldeneye
Member since April 2023 • 94 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Kia Bongo

Posted on August 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on August 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Hackman
Member • 98 posts

This thread might save my Kia Bongo. Thanks everyone!

August 04, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 143 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Kia Bongo—might work for mine too.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 16 posts

I tried this with my Kia Bongo but still no luck. Any suggestions?

August 06, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 67 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Kia Bongo.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 87 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Kia Bongo's key code.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 7 posts

Desperate to get my Kia Bongo running again. Trying this tonight.

August 09, 2024 Reply

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