[Solved] Help needed - smart fortwo coupe not recognizing replacement key

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Irongiant
Member since April 2022 • 14 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my smart fortwo coupe?

Posted on August 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 842 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the smart fortwo coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 06, 2024

Replies (6)

Electric
Member • 9 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my smart fortwo coupe key code too.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 125 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my smart fortwo coupe.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 9 posts

My smart fortwo coupe won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 39 posts

Finally, something that might help with my smart fortwo coupe's key code issue!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 112 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the smart fortwo coupe?

August 10, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 32 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my smart fortwo coupe's mystery code.

August 11, 2024 Reply

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