[Free Solution] Need PIN to add second key to 2008 smart fortwo

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Omegadog
Member since November 2022 • 93 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2008 smart fortwo

Posted on September 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1993 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 smart fortwo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 30, 2024

Replies (3)

Iceberg
Member • 13 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2008 smart fortwo.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 47 posts

If this works for my 2008 smart fortwo, I owe you big time.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 143 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2008 smart fortwo. Thanks!

October 02, 2024 Reply

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