[Update] Looking for a way to read my BharatBenz 1214's transponder code

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Dragonfly
Member since October 2022 • 73 posts

Where's the key code stored in a BharatBenz 1214 for making new keys?

Posted on March 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1798 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BharatBenz 1214. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 28, 2025

Replies (3)

Eagleeye
Member • 22 posts

Looking for the same thing for my BharatBenz 1214, hope someone can help.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 84 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my BharatBenz 1214 too.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 113 posts

Trying this on my BharatBenz 1214 later. Will report back.

March 30, 2025 Reply

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