[Verified] Can’t access immobilizer settings on 2012 smart fortwo scanner

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Unclesam
Member since February 2023 • 116 posts

How can I obtain my 2012 smart fortwo's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on December 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 950 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 smart fortwo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 07, 2024

Replies (6)

Jazzhands
Member • 75 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2012 smart fortwo.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 145 posts

Does this method work for the 2012 smart fortwo models from 2010 onward?

December 08, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 37 posts

My 2012 smart fortwo is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 48 posts

Will this work if the 2012 smart fortwo has an aftermarket alarm?

December 10, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 134 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2012 smart fortwo this weekend.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 30 posts

Really need the key code for my 2012 smart fortwo, thanks for sharing!

December 12, 2024 Reply

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