[Success] Just changed battery, now 2012 smart ForTwo Passion asks for a PIN code

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Pandaexpress
Member since October 2022 • 146 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2012 smart ForTwo Passion key fob?

Posted on April 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 smart ForTwo Passion. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 06, 2025

Replies (3)

Jazzmann
Member • 64 posts

Same problem on my 2012 smart ForTwo Passion. Watching for any working solutions.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 66 posts

Desperate to get my 2012 smart ForTwo Passion running again. Trying this tonight.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 22 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2012 smart ForTwo Passion's mystery code.

April 08, 2025 Reply

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