[Working] Stolen keys - need key code for my 2018 smart fortwo electric drive

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Techlord
Member since June 2023 • 141 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2018 smart fortwo electric drive

Posted on December 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 smart fortwo electric drive. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (5)

Jazzhands
Member • 119 posts

My 2018 smart fortwo electric drive just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 56 posts

Just what I needed! My 2018 smart fortwo electric drive has been acting up lately.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 98 posts

Will this work if the 2018 smart fortwo electric drive has an aftermarket alarm?

January 02, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 145 posts

I think my 2018 smart fortwo electric drive has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 8 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2018 smart fortwo electric drive won’t recognize the key.

January 04, 2025 Reply

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