[Success] Where's the key code located to program keys for my MuZ ETZ 251?

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Where do dealerships get the key code to program MuZ ETZ 251 keys?

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This trick worked for my buddy's MuZ ETZ 251. Giving it a go myself.

Just tried this on my MuZ ETZ 251—anyone else have success?

Dealer wants too much just to reset my MuZ ETZ 251. Trying this instead.

Trying this out on my MuZ ETZ 251 today—hoping it works.

My mechanic said this might help with my MuZ ETZ 251 key issue.

Dealer wants too much just to reset my MuZ ETZ 251. Trying this instead.

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