[Closed] How to get my 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo's key code to program replacement keys?

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Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo?

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This is exactly what I need for my 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo, thanks for posting!

Will this work for older 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargos? Mine's a 2009.

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Trying this on my 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500XD Cargo later. Will report back.

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