[Issue Closed] Is there a way to get the key code for my Kinetic 4S?

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Need the key code to program a new key for my Kinetic 4S - help?

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Same issue here with my Kinetic 4S, let me know if it works.

My Kinetic 4S is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Kinetic 4S!

Looking for the same thing for my Kinetic 4S, hope someone can help.

Just tried this on my Kinetic 4S—anyone else have success?

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Kinetic 4S too.

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