[Closed] Daimler V8 LWB 40 key code lookup - what info do I need?

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Zombieking
Member since October 2022 • 83 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Daimler V8 LWB 40

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Daimler V8 LWB 40. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Voodooman
Member • 103 posts

Just tried this on my Daimler V8 LWB 40—anyone else have success?

February 23, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 137 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Daimler V8 LWB 40 for a while.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 8 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Daimler V8 LWB 40's mystery code.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 73 posts

Following along—same issue with my Daimler V8 LWB 40.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 101 posts

My Daimler V8 LWB 40 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

February 27, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 48 posts

My Daimler V8 LWB 40 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

February 28, 2025 Reply

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