[Fixed] Where to enter the transponder code in Kia Sephia OBD?

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Goldengate
Member since May 2023 • 139 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Kia Sephia - help?

Posted on January 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Sephia. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 11, 2025

Replies (3)

Timemachine
Member • 140 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Kia Sephia, hope someone can help.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 105 posts

Trying this out on my Kia Sephia today—hoping it works.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 38 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Kia Sephia key issue.

January 13, 2025 Reply

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