[Solved] Getting key code for Brabus 800 4x4 Superblack with just VIN

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How can I obtain my Brabus 800 4x4 Superblack's key code to program a spare key?

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Appreciate any advice—my Brabus 800 4x4 Superblack won’t recognize the key.

I have a 2011 Brabus 800 4x4 Superblack, will this method work for that year?

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Desperate to get my Brabus 800 4x4 Superblack running again. Trying this tonight.

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