[Completed] Can I reset the immobilizer on my Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition without dealer?

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Knightlight
Member since December 2021 • 11 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 515 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Javaking
Member • 58 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition!

December 16, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 62 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition's key code.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 40 posts

I have a 2011 Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition, will this method work for that year?

December 18, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 11 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition!

December 19, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 128 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 75 posts

My Smart Roadster Racing RCR Edition won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

December 21, 2024 Reply

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