[Free Fix] Key code needed for Brabus 820 with custom ignition

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Goldengate
Member since November 2021 • 128 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Brabus 820

Posted on October 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Brabus 820. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Irongiant
Member • 14 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Brabus 820.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 18 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Brabus 820.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 10 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Brabus 820 too.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 69 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Brabus 820 all week. Hope this helps.

October 26, 2024 Reply

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