[Status: Resolved] Where can I locate the key code to program a Smart ForTwo Hatchback key?

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Quantumpie
Member since February 2022 • 49 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Smart ForTwo Hatchback?

Posted on October 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Smart ForTwo Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 12, 2024

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Vectorx
Member • 127 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Smart ForTwo Hatchback.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 48 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Smart ForTwo Hatchback. Thanks!

October 13, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
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I need this so bad for my Smart ForTwo Hatchback. Subscribed!

October 14, 2024 Reply

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