[Working] Where do I enter key code in a Kia Sedona SX?

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Need my Kia Sedona SX's key code to program a new transponder key

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Trying this on my Kia Sedona SX later. Will report back.

Worked for someone with a Kia Sedona SX? Need to hear it!

My Kia Sedona SX won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

Great info! Needed this for my old Kia Sedona SX.

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