[Answered] Looking for my Kia Spectra 20L's key code to program a new key

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Whiterabbit
Member since March 2023 • 76 posts

Need my Kia Spectra 20L's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Spectra 20L. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Silversurf
Member • 124 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Kia Spectra 20L this weekend.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 111 posts

My Kia Spectra 20L's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 102 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Kia Spectra 20L.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 138 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Kia Spectra 20L?

December 19, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 26 posts

Will this work if the Kia Spectra 20L has an aftermarket alarm?

December 20, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 8 posts

I need this so bad for my Kia Spectra 20L. Subscribed!

December 21, 2024 Reply

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