[Free Fix] Help! My Brabus SV12 S Limo is stuck in anti-theft mode

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Timelord
Member since January 2022 • 53 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Brabus SV12 S Limo for key programming?

Posted on May 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Brabus SV12 S Limo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 05, 2025

Replies (3)

Omegaman
Member • 80 posts

My Brabus SV12 S Limo is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

May 05, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 6 posts

My Brabus SV12 S Limo won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 06, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 61 posts

My Brabus SV12 S Limo's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

May 07, 2025 Reply

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