[Free Solution] My Kia XCeed GT SUV fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Megabyte
Member since October 2022 • 70 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Kia XCeed GT SUV

Posted on February 23, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 24, 2025

Replies (4)

Shadowfax
Member • 28 posts

My Kia XCeed GT SUV's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 142 posts

My Kia XCeed GT SUV is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 28 posts

Was about to give up on my Kia XCeed GT SUV, but this gives me hope.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 96 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Kia XCeed GT SUV for a while.

February 27, 2025 Reply

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