[Solved] How can I find my 2017 smart fortwo's key code to program a new key?

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Voodoochild
Member since June 2022 • 100 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2017 smart fortwo to program a key?

Posted on January 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1209 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 smart fortwo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Silverbullet
Member • 59 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2017 smart fortwo. This looks promising.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 35 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2017 smart fortwo, would this method still work?

January 09, 2025 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 149 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2017 smart fortwo for days.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 51 posts

I have the same 2017 smart fortwo and I'm also trying to find the key code.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 118 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2017 smart fortwo. Need the code badly.

January 12, 2025 Reply

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