2020 Kia Optima
Key Replacement - Save vs Dealer in San Diego
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2020 Kia Optima
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2020 Kia Optima Smart Key Replacement - Fast, Affordable & Professional
Kia's immobilizer system is the reason your key costs more than a house key. Every Kia key since the mid-2000s has a transponder chip that communicates with the car every time you turn the ignition or press start. If the chip answers with the right encrypted code, the engine fires. If not, the immobilizer kills fuel injection within seconds. That's why you can't copy a Kia key at the hardware store.
A retired mail carrier near Scripps Ranch thought only the dealer could program that chip. He had a 2020 Kia Optima and needed a spare. The dealer quoted $478 and he figured that was his only path because of the "computer stuff" involved. His neighbor had used me before and passed along my number.
I brought my Smart Pro to his car and walked through the immobilizer registration sequence. Kia uses a 6-digit PIN for security, and the Smart Pro reads it through OBD and handles the key learn automatically. His spare was cut, programmed, and tested in about 30 minutes.
Total was around $274. The technology inside the key is real, but the dealer markup on that technology isn't justified when a mobile locksmith carries the same programming tools.
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“I had two Subaru key fobs made and Marco provided excellent service. He stayed persistent through multiple part orders to make sure everything was correct. Very thorough, punctual, and great communication throughout.”
“Tim went above and beyond. I struggled all day trying to program a new FOB and nothing worked. Tim helped me patiently, even recommending cheaper options since I was on a tight budget. He eventually came all the way to Ojai late at night and fixed everything.”
“My key fob stopped working while I was at Oxnard Harbor and I thought I was going to need a tow. EZ Car Keyz showed up fast, programmed a new fob, checked everything carefully, and made sure the car was fully functional before leaving.”
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