[Success] Got new ECU and now Smart ForTwo Electric Drive wants key programming code

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How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Smart ForTwo Electric Drive?

Posted on December 22, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Smart ForTwo Electric Drive. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Deltaforce
Member • 65 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Smart ForTwo Electric Drive this weekend.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 51 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Smart ForTwo Electric Drive!

December 24, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 82 posts

Will this work if the Smart ForTwo Electric Drive has an aftermarket alarm?

December 25, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 14 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Smart ForTwo Electric Drive—need the code first.

December 26, 2024 Reply

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