[Recommended Fix] How do I obtain the key code to program a Brabus K8 key fob?

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Betatest
Member since October 2022 • 107 posts

Need my Brabus K8's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Brabus K8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Zombiehunt
Member • 46 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Brabus K8?

August 14, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 81 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Brabus K8 won’t recognize the key.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 146 posts

This thread might save my Brabus K8. Thanks everyone!

August 16, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 44 posts

My Brabus K8 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 114 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Brabus K8. Trying this instead.

August 18, 2024 Reply

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