[Recommended Fix] How to reset my 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo's immobilizer?

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Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo

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Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo key code too.

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo.

Using this on my 2017 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo now. Hope it works.

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