[Solved] Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Brabus CLS 55?

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Charlie
Member since May 2023 • 115 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Brabus CLS 55 key?

Posted on August 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Brabus CLS 55. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Byteme
Member • 27 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Brabus CLS 55, hope this helps.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 73 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Brabus CLS 55, thanks for posting!

August 26, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 59 posts

My Brabus CLS 55 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 133 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Brabus CLS 55 all week. Hope this helps.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 83 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Brabus CLS 55 this weekend.

August 29, 2024 Reply

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