[Answered] My Brabus GLS 850 won’t start - do I need a transponder code?

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Killerbee
Member since November 2022 • 61 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Brabus GLS 850?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Brabus GLS 850. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (3)

Heidi
Member • 92 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Brabus GLS 850—need the code first.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 150 posts

If this works for my Brabus GLS 850, I owe you big time.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 99 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Brabus GLS 850.

March 02, 2025 Reply

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