[Update] Bought used Demak Smart Z - transponder code missing

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Where's the key code hidden on a Demak Smart Z for key programming?

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If this works for my Demak Smart Z, I owe you big time.

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Demak Smart Z.

Great info! Needed this for my old Demak Smart Z.

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Demak Smart Z.

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